The Story ๐
Sleek, dramatic, and steeped in local Florida natural history, these linear drop earrings feature authentic python vertebrae sourced directly from the Florida Everglades. Measuring approximately 5/8" wide by 3/8" tall, the intricate, architectural contours of the snake's spine are displayed in striking detail.
Designed with a modern, industrial edge inspired by the E-Waste Collection aesthetic, each python vertebra is flanked by faceted 6mm jet-black beads and suspended beneath a clean, matte-black tube drop. The result is a bold, 3-inch statement piece that balances linear minimalism with raw, organic structure. Finished with .925 silver-plated fishhook ear wires, this pair brings an edgy, contemporary flair to natural history jewelry.
The Composition
The Specimen: Genuine invasive python (Pythonidae) vertebrae sourced from the Florida Everglades, solar-whitened to highlight natural bone architecture.
The Accents: Matte-black tubing paired with faceted 6mm jet-black beads.
The Hardware: Classic .925 silver-plated fishhook ear wires.
Ethical Sourcing: Locally sourced Everglades python specimens, supporting Florida wildlife conservation efforts.
Style & Wear
Dimensions: Approximately a 3-inch total drop length.
Silhouette: Strikingly long and linear; the dark vertical line draws the eye down to the intricate white vertebra at the base.
Styling: Perfect for adding an edgy, gothic, or dark-academia touch to crisp white collared shirts, leather jackets, or sleek black evening wear.
The Investment
Curation Price: $26.00
The Legacy: Handcrafted, preserved, and studio-designed in North Port, Florida by professional artist Michele Moore.
Uniqueness: 100% unique natural specimens; each vertebra displays slight organic variations in shape and scale.
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