Teardrop Earrings - Fossilized Walrus Ivory

These silver amethyst drop earrings in fossilized ivory and 14kt gold fill take their cue from an evening in the garden when the last of the sun's rays deepen nature's rich palette.

The base of each earring is hand carved from fossilized walrus ivory, a prized ancient material that is between 500 and 3,000 years old. For centuries, our walrus ivory has lain buried underground where it accretes its variegated cream to caramel and warm cocoa hues. The fossilized walrus ivory's variegated coloring is part of what makes this organic material so desirable as an accent in carved ivory earrings and fossilized ivory jewelry pieces.

Fossilized walrus ivory is an important cultural and indigenous economic resource for the Native peoples who gather it to carve, sell, and trade.

• Hand carved fossilized walrus ivory
• Faceted purple amethyst accents
• 14kt gold fill floral details
• Sterling silver French hook ear wires
• Width 1/2" x Height 1 1/4" (approx)