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Swallow Tattoo Blueberry Flower Earrings. Czech Glass Flowers, Antiqued Brass Swallow, Bronze Findings. Sailor Jerry. Jerry Collins Tattoo.

Swallow Tattoo Blueberry Flower Earrings. Czech Glass Flowers, Antiqued Brass Swallow, Bronze Findings. Sailor Jerry. Jerry Collins Tattoo.

Regular price £12.00 GBP
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Earring Finding Type
Swallow

Swallow Tattoo Blueberry Flower Earrings. Czech Glass Flowers, Antiqued Brass Swallow, Bronzed Findings. Sailor Jerry/Jerry Collins Tattoo inspired.

The antiqued brass swallows are delicate and exquisitely detailed.The the cute glass flowers are made of 2-tone glass (blue/green) the gorgeous colours shift and move depending on how the light hits them. All hand wired together using antiqued bronzed wire and findings.

The swallow tattoo was a symbol used historically by sailors to show off their sailing experience. Of British origin in the early days of sailing, it was the image of a Barn Swallow, usually tattooed on the chest, hands or neck. According to one legend, a sailor tattooed with one swallow had travelled over 5,000 nautical miles; a sailor with two swallows had travelled 10,000 nautical miles.Travelling these great distances was extremely difficult and dangerous in the early days of sailing, so one or more swallow tattoos denoted a very experienced and valuable sailor. Another legend holds that since swallows return to the same location every year to mate and nest, the swallow will guarantee the sailor returns home safely. It is also said that if the sailor drowns, the swallows will carry their soul to heaven. It is considered a staple of the "British Traditional" and "Sailor Jerry Collins" style tattooing.

The swallow also represents love, care and affection towards family and friends, showing the loyalty of the person always returning to them. The bird also represents freedom and hope.

Size (all measurements are approximate)
5cm from top of finding to bottom
Swallow 1.8cm long by 1.6cm from wing tip to wing tip

Variations/findings
These earrings come with very secure lever back findings (as pictured) which are suitable for pierced ears. But can be replaced (free of charge) with:
*non-pierced findings
*large kidney wires, suitable for wearing though gauged tunnels, or if you prefer a longer earring (this will add approximately 2.5cm to the overall length).
Just add a message to me on your "shopping cart/Add a note to your order" to say what sort of ear-wire/finding that you want. If you do not include a message I will assume that you want the finding as shown in the photo.

✩Packaging✩
Your purchase will come gift wrapped in a lovely organza bag, acid free coloured/patterned tissue paper (colour+patterns may vary depending on season/item) and a sturdy outer packing mini corrugated cardboard box, ready to give as a loving gift to someone special or for a treat for yourself.
If you have any special requests, please ask.

Sets
If you like these earrings see my other listings for a beautiful coordinating necklace, or if none are listed message me and request a custom design.

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.
  • 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.

Eco-packaging info

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


Your jewellery purchase will come in a stylish black gift box, acid free tissue paper (colour + patterns may vary depending on season/item). Larger items will come with equally stylish wrapping.


Outer packaging will be a sturdy mini corrugated cardboard box.
If you have any special requests, please ask.

Alternative Earring findings/fittings

Earrings come with the earwire as shown in the photo.


But can be replaced (free of charge) with:
*large kidney wires, suitable for wearing though gauged tunnels, or simply if you prefer a longer earring (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 Tianium 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

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 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.
✩Inernational refunds include the cost of the goods but not the initial shipping.

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. 

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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.

  • Free UK Shipping

    Free shipping on all United Kingdom orders.

    Europe (non-EU) £6.75.

    Rest of world £7.75.

    International shipping includes upgraded tracking and/signed for plus insurance.

  • 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.
    ✩Inernational refunds include the cost of the goods but not the initial shipping.