Description
These paua shell earrings are from Jack Boglioli’s Simply Unique Collection. They feature paua shell set in sterling and fine silver. They incorporate Jack Boglioli’s precious metal binding and weaving techniques in a simple yet elegant style. This makes for earrings that are understated, but very unique.
Design Details
The Sterling silver understructures of the earrings have a patina. The fine silver used to create the bound and woven “Boglioli Settings” for the Paua shells, has been left without a patina for contrast. The earrings are about is 13 mm tall (1/2 inch) by 11 mm wide (7/16 inch). The lever-back ear wires are sterling silver.
Blue Paua Shell
Paua is actually the name of a species of mollusk from the family Haliotidae. It originates from New Zealand. The inside of the shell, cut into the shape of a gemstone, displays luminous colors that change when seen from different angles. For more information about blue Paua shell, follow the link below.
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