This powerful statement necklace features a genuine American River Otter mandible, ethically salvaged from our local North Port roads. This specimen carries the physical marks of its story—a slightly damaged structure that serves as a sobering reminder of urban sprawl and the challenges our local wildlife face when navigating between fragmented waterways.
🌿 The Story: From Roadside to Remembrance
At Bone Boutique, we believe in turning tragedy into tribute. This otter was likely struck while attempting to find a new waterway, a casualty of the increasing intersection between our roads and their habitat. By preserving this "battle-worn" mandible, we honor the otter's spirit and keep the conversation about wildlife conservation and habitat protection alive.
💎 The Sacred Stones: Energy & Alignment
Cradled within the protective curve of the mandible is a triad of gemstones selected to bring harmony and strength to the wearer:
Dzi Agate: An ancient stone of protection and wisdom, providing a grounded energy.
Pink Jade: A heart-centered stone of healing and emotional balance.
Black Onyx (Center): Offering inner strength and focus during times of transition.
🎨 Design & Specifications
The Specimen: Hand-cleaned American River Otter mandible (2 ½" x 2 ½" at the widest point).
The Chain: 17 ½-inch stainless steel cable with a vibrant green coating, representing the lush Florida banks this otter once called home.
The Finish: Our signature whitening process ensures a Grade A Museum finish while keeping the authentic "life story" of the bone visible.
Hardware: Secure barrel screw clasp for durability.
🏛️ Wearable Conservation
This piece is part of our Images of Therapy series. It invites us to find the beauty in the survivors and the stories in the scars. It is an authentic piece of Florida’s natural history, refined into a luxury artifact.
The "Resilient River" Talisman: American River Otter & Sacred Stone
At Bone Boutique, we take pride in the quality and craftsmanship of our bone art pieces. However, we understand that sometimes situations arise where a return might be necessary.
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.
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.
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.
We recommend carefully reviewing the pictures and descriptions of our sculptures before making a purchase. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us before placing your order.
Bone Boutique Shipping Options:
We offer several convenient shipping options to get your unique bone art treasures to you quickly and safely!
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Free Standard Shipping: Enjoy free shipping on all orders of $25 or more within the United States. Standard shipping typically takes 5-25 business days.
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Expedited Shipping: For faster delivery options, please contact us directly at michele@boneboutique.biz or call 941-468-4805. We'll be happy to provide quotes and estimated delivery times for expedited shipping.
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Local Delivery: For those located within 35 miles of North Port, Florida, we offer hand delivery for a convenient and personalized touch. Please contact us to discuss arrangements.
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Curbside Pick-Up: Live in the North Port area? You can choose to schedule a curbside pick-up appointment for your order. Click here to book.
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