These earrings are made with engraved Capiz shells, Selenite and Uranium glass (Oh, my!), which is UV reactive. Including the silver plated ear wires, they are approximately 66mm / 2.6 inches long.
Capiz shells are one of the most recognizable natural resources found in the Philippines. These translucent shells are harvested from the clear waters of the country’s coasts and have been used for centuries in traditional Filipino handicrafts. Some believe that the shells are symbols of prosperity and good luck, while others associate them with protection against negative energy.
Selenite provides for clarity of the mind, expanding ones awareness of the self and of ones surroundings. Selenite is a calming stone that instils deep peace and is excellent for meditation or spiritual work. It assists judgement and insight. It clears confusion and aids in seeing the deeper picture.
Uranium glass is glass that has had uranium added to it before melting to create colours. Typically, pieces are made with low levels of uranium, meaning anywhere from trace amounts to 2%. Most uranium glass is decorative, tableware or household items, with many pieces looking like carnival glass. My supplier shipped old pieces of decorative uranium glass, many chipped or broken, off to be shaped into beads and facets. And this is how I ended up with these wonderful items!
The easiest way to tell if uranium glass is real is to look at it under UV light. Real uranium glass will glow bright green under the light. The brightness of the colour will depend on the uranium content, but if glass glows under UV, it is unmistakably uranium glass.
Uranium glass is perfectly safe to wear. You only need to take precautions if you are cutting the glass, breathing in dust of the glass or if you happen to ingest it.
The earrings will arrive in either a gift box or a small gift bag, depending on size. If you have a preference for packaging, please indicate this in the comments section of your order. Otherwise, we will choose the option we feel best suits the item.
Capiz shells, Selenite & Uranium Glass Earrings (C525)
We want to ensure that you are happy with your order, and ask that if you do have any concerns or issues that you contact us as soon as possible, or within 14 days of receiving the product. For jewelry, we will accept exchanges or a return for store credit, only if the piece is in new condition. The buyer is responsible for any costs shipping the item back. We will do our best to find a solution that will work for both of us.