These striking, asymmetrical earrings offer a minimalist yet profound connection to one of North America's most beneficial and often misunderstood marsupials, the Opossum. Each earring features a naturally curved, clean-finished Opossum rib bone, showcasing its elegant, tensile structure. Since no two ribs are exactly alike, this pair is designed to be uniquely asymmetrical, highlighting the raw, organic beauty of the salvaged material.
With a dramatic drop of 3.5 inches (including the finding), these are long, elegant pieces that move beautifully. The ribs are securely attached using a 9mm and a 6mm jump ring to high-quality 925 sterling silver fish hook findings.
The Story Behind the Piece
This piece serves as a powerful symbol of our commitment to Wearable Conservation and the tragic impact of road mortality. Opossums are natural pest controllers, beneficial to our local ecosystem, and completely non-threatening. Sadly, they are frequently victims of road accidents, a fate made more heartbreaking when considering the mother opossums who may be carrying their young.
These bones were ethically salvaged from local area roads, transforming an item of pain into an object of beauty and awareness. By wearing this piece, you are honoring the life of this essential night wanderer and raising consciousness about their plight.
Details:
Featured Bone: Ethically Salvaged Opossum Ribs (Naturally Asymmetrical Pair)
Unique Feature: Long, elegant drop that showcases the natural curve of the rib bone.
Hardware: 925 Sterling Silver Fish Hook Findings with 9mm and 6mm jump rings.
Dimensions: 3.5 inches total drop length
Sourcing: Ethical road salvage from local areas, honoring the beneficial Opossum.
Style: Minimalist, Organic, Asymmetrical Statement
Night Wanderer: Opossum Rib Asymmetrical Drop Earrings
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Here's what our policy covers:
Damaged Items: If your item arrives damaged due to our packaging or shipping, we will gladly offer a full refund or replacement, upon verification with photos of the damage. Please contact us within 7 days of receiving your order at michele@boneboutique.biz.
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Please note:
We cannot be held responsible for breakage of sculptures due to mishandling after purchase.
Original shipping costs will not be refunded unless the return is due to our error.
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