These truly original earrings are crafted from a matched set of bones from the Plecostomus (Armored Catfish). We believe this is a part of the fish's cheek structure, a nearly circular, boney plate with a delicate central cavity. Instead of discarding the piece, we embraced a design flaw, carefully surrounding the natural opening with sparkling crystals to create a stunning geode effect. Heavy-duty 12mm and 9mm jump rings hold the bone securely to Sterling Silver French Style Findings, resulting in a unique and elegant 2.25-inch drop. This is Wearable Conservation that celebrates beauty in the unexpected.
The Story Behind the Piece
These bones carry a poignant story from a pond in Port Charlotte, Florida. We ethically salvaged the Plecostomus specimens after they were stranded by receding water. These armored fish, often overlooked, represent a unique form of natural resilience. By treating the natural hole in the bone like a geode cavity, we transform a moment of loss into a sparkling, hidden treasure—a perfect metaphor for finding light and beauty even in challenging circumstances.
Details
Materials: Ethically Salvaged Plecostomus Bone (likely cheek/cranial plate), Clear Crystals (to resemble geode), Heavy Duty 12mm & 9mm Jump Rings, Sterling Silver French Style Findings
Sourcing: Ethically salvaged from a private pond in Port Charlotte, Florida
Artisan Craftsmanship: Handcrafted by Bone Boutique
Style: Original, Elegant, Statement, Wearable Conservation
Earring Drop Length: 2.25 inches
Finding: Sterling Silver French Style Findings
Plecostomus Geode Whisper Earrings
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Here's what our policy covers:
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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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Change of Mind: While we cannot offer returns on sculptures due to their delicate nature, we understand that unforeseen circumstances might occur. If you decide you no longer want a sculpture after receiving it, we encourage you to contact us within 7 days. We may be able to offer a store credit, depending on the specific item and its condition.
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We cannot be held responsible for breakage of sculptures due to mishandling after purchase.
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Original shipping costs will not be refunded unless the return is due to our error.
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