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Antiqued Bronze Gypsy Hoops, Natural White/Ivory Freshwater Pearls. Hypo-allergenic Niobium Ear-wire

Antiqued Bronze Gypsy Hoops, Natural White/Ivory Freshwater Pearls. Hypo-allergenic Niobium Ear-wire

Regular price £23.00 GBP
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HOOP (Dangle)- cast in Antiqued Bronzed "Tibetan Silver" (also known as Lead free Pewter)
EAR-WIRE (to go through the piercing)- in hand forged/hammered solid Niobium 0.8mm gauge wire (suitable for regular/normal size piercings).

Tribal statement antiqued bronze earrings with gorgeous colour shifting natural/cream coloured cultured freshwater pearls and handmade hypo-allergenic Niobium ear wires, for the Tribal/Gypsy/Fusion Bellydancer, BoHo Chic or Temple Goddess. These delicately detailed hoops, they have the look of old Hill Tribe earrings but they are much lighter, being made from Bronzed Tibetan Silver (Lead free Pewter). The pearls shimmer with hues of metallic pastel shades.

✩Size (all measurements are approximate)✩
*6.5cm (2.6 inches) from top to bottom
*width 3.8cm (1.3 inches)
*weight 7g each earring

*The cast pewter hoops have a raised & filigree design on the front, the reverse is plainer and flat, with a speckled texture design (as shown in 1 of the photos)*
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✩Niobium✩
The name comes from Greek mythology: Niobe, is the daughter of Tantalus.
Niobium is physiologically inert and thus hypo-allergenic. For this reason, niobium is found in many medical devices. Niobium can also be electrically heated and anodized, resulting in a wide array of colours using a process known as reactive metal anodizing which is useful in making jewellery, its natural colour is a silvery grey. The ear-wires are made from solid Niobium wire which In this instance is anodized to an antiqued bronze/gold colour. Niobium is an excellent choice for anyone with sensitive skin, especially for those allergic to nickel, or the metals added to make 925 Silver or 9ct Gold alloys.
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✩Cultured Pearls✩
Cultured Pearls are real pearls, they have been made by the mollusc. Once the nucleus (usually a mother-of-pearl bead) is inserted into the oyster or mussels, the pearl growing process is the same as that of a natural pearl. Their outer coatings (Nacre) are the same material as a natural pearl, and they take years to form in a mollusc's mantle. Nacre is formed from iridescent layers of crystallised calcium carbonate. It’s pretty much impossible to tell the difference between a natural and cultured pearl by just looking at its outer appearance. The only way to make absolute certain whether a pearl is natural or cultured is to perform an x-ray of the internal structure of the pearl.

✩Pearl Mythology, Legends, Lore and History✩
Pearls are natural wonders that have been treasured for centuries by cultures ancient and modern around the world. Greek mythology proclaimed pearls to be tears of joy shed by the goddess Aphrodite. Ancient Egyptians associated pearls with Isis, the goddess of healing and life. Pearls are the Birthstone for June and the Zodiac stone for Gemini.
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✩Variations/findings✩
Hand made Niobium ear wires come as standard on these earrings.
Earrings suitable for- regular/normal pierced ears and because of the gypsy hoop style findings these earrings are also suitable to wear through gauged flesh tunnels.
Due to the integral design of the ear-wires a direct swap for non-pierced finding is not available. But if you like this design I could make you something very similar with a non-pierced finding. Please message me if you are interested.

If you like these tribal style earrings but would prefer something a little shorter, please see my other listings for the bronze, silver, antique gold and bright gold versions without dangles. Feel free to message me if you are interested in any variations.
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✩The hand photo✩
Meet Mephisto the measuring hand, he will help show you the rough scale of the jewellery. The hand is exactly the same size as my own hand (I’m an average UK ladies size 7 glove).

✩Sets✩
If you like these earrings see my other listings for a beautiful matching necklace or request a custom design. Please message me if you are interested in matching items.

 

 

  • International postage includes upgraded insurance, tracking and/or signed for, for your extra protection.
  • All items are UV sterilised immediately before wrapping for your safety.

Eco-packaging info

All my packaging is either recyclable, recycled, compostable, made from recycled materials or is reusable.

Jewellery:

  • your purchase will come in a stylish black gift box and acid free tissue paper (colour + patterns may vary depending on season/item).

Larger items (larger earrings & some necklaces, dice, bookmarks etc):

  • come with a black Fair Trade cotton pouch (unless an alternative pouch is included in the description). Occasionally if an item will not fit in to my standard packing it will come with equally stylish gift wrapping.


Outer packaging will be a sturdy mini corrugated cardboard box. Large items or multi buy orders may come in a larger recycled box.
If you have any special requests for tissue paper colours, please ask.

Shipping & Returns Policies

✩IF YOU ARE NOT 100% DELIGHTED WITH YOUR PURCHASE, YOU MAY RETURN YOUR PURCHASE✩

EU buyer protection laws allows EU residents to return items (I also extend this policy to United Kingdom and worldwide buyers, providing the following conditions are met):

  • The buyer must contact the seller within 14 days of receipt of goods.
  • The buyer must return the goods within 30 days of receipt of goods.
  • The buyer is responsible for paying return shipping costs using a tracked and signed service.
  • Upon receipt of the returned goods the seller will issue a refund.
  • Refunds cannot be given until the goods are returned in an as new condition.
  • International refunds include the cost of the goods but not the initial shipping.

For more detailed shipping and privacy information please see: SHIPPING, REFUNDS & PRIVACY INFORMATION

Jewellery: Alternative Earring findings/fittings

  • Ear-wire conversions can be made to earrings that are made with a small loop at the top.
  • Unless otherwise requested the earrings will be supplied with the ear-wires as shown in the photos
  • Ear-wire conversions are not applicable to stud/post earrings

Ear-wires can be replaced (free of charge) with:

  • large kidney wires, suitable for wearing though gauged tunnels, or simply if you prefer a longer look for your earrings (this will add approximately 3cm to the overall length).

For a small extra charge, I can replace the current ear-wires with:

  • non-pierced/clip-on findings £1.00 extra
  • 925 Sterling Silver or Titanium or Niobium ear-wires, in a "fish/shepherds hook" design. £2.00 extra

Please choose the ear findings from the following listing and I will convert you earring:

Ear-wire Conversion

Jewellery: Materials

I use a variety of metals in my jewellery designs and will always give a detailed description on each item. Here is an an over view of some the the metals I use:

  • Pure Silver, also known as Fine Silver, 99.99% Silver with an allowance for trace elements
  •  925 Sterling Silver, 92.5% pure Silver + 7.5% other metals, usually copper
  • Silver Plated, 925 Sterling Silver plated/coated onto a base metal core, which can be brass, copper, pewter, iron, zinc alloys, tin, alloys
  • 9ct Gold Plated on to 925 Sterling Silver core, also know as Gold Vermeil. I use 9ct Yellow Gold and 9ct Rose Gold Vermeil in some of my designs and also offer optional replacement ear-wires
  • Titanium and Niobium optional replacement ear-wires, which are extremely low-allergenic pure medical grade metals 
  • Tibetan Silver refers to a variety of white non-precious metal alloys used primarily in cast jewellery components, with an appearance similar to aged silver. 'Tibetan Silver' includes copper-tin alloys; zinc alloys; and other alloy compositions, as well as base metals with a Silver plating. It is also known as Nepalese silver, white metal, lead-free pewter or tin alloy. For more detailed information please read my blog article: What is Tibetan Silver
  • I also offer a range of other metals such as Bronze, pure Copper, pure Aluminium, Stainless Steel and lead free Pewter in either solid or plated varieties.

Jewellery: Care Instructions

Jewellery should be the last thing you put on the first thing you take off.
Always avoid getting hair products, perfume or chemicals (chemicals can include household cleaning products, some foods such as Lemons or vinegar)
General Advice:
Any metal be-it Sterling Silver, base metals or plated alloys can become dull or tarnished. As a general rule don't get it wet, if you do, dry and polish with a soft cloth. If it goes dull or tarnished, a gentle polish with a non-abrasive Silver cloth will bring it's lustre back. Gems or beads can be wiped with a slightly damp cloth to restore their original lustre.
Certain precious or semi-precious stone may require special care, I will include the information in the items full description or care leaflet. 

For more detailed information please see: Jewellery Care and Info

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Alternative ear finding/fittings available

I can offer a wide range of alternative ear finding to suit your ear type. The earrings will come supplied with the wires/clips as shown on the photos or mentioned in the description unlees you ask for an alternative.

So if you don't have pierced ears, have gauged/stretched ears or very sensitive ears I can help you.

Most of my earrings can be converted (the ones with a tiny loop at the top of the beads). As for other designs, you only need to ask and I will see what I can do.

  • Postage Costs (Shipping From The United Kingdom)

    United Kingdom 48hr Tracked:

    Jewellery: £2.70

    Dice: £2.70/£3.29 (dependant on weight)

    International Tracked Shipping:

    Jewellery: from £8.65 (dependant on location)

    Dice: from £8.65 (dependant on location/weight)

  • Shop with confidence. Hassle-Free Returns

    ✩IF YOU ARE NOT 100% DELIGHTED WITH YOUR PURCHASE, YOU MAY RETURN YOUR PURCHASE✩

    EU buyer protection laws allows EU residents to return items (I also extend this policy to worldwide buyers, providing the following conditions are met):
    ✩The buyer must contact the seller within 14 days of receipt of goods.
    ✩The buyer must return the goods within 30 days of receipt of goods.
    ✩The buyer is responsible for paying return shipping costs using a tracked and signed service.
    ✩Upon receipt of the returned goods the seller will issue a refund.
    ✩Refunds cannot be given until the goods are returned in an as new condition.
    ✩International refunds include the cost of the goods but not the initial shipping.