Abalone Sea Shell Hoop Earring (single)

Stunning blue green abalone sea shell hand carved into feather and adorned on pure brass hoop (does *not* contain nickel or other allergens, perfect for sensitive skin!!) And coated in 14kt gold. The feather has more of a green hue on the outside and more blue his on the inside. It can be worn on either ear depending on which he you want to display. This piece is truely one of a kind!! Even more vibrant in person (pictured dont do it justice). Tried to get photos in various light. Every shell is unique, you'll never get this exact color combination in another shell. Lately only green shells available, unlike this turquoise Was designed by a french artist and carefully hand crafted by her husband in new zealand for sale in Ibiza. ***Important note*** the item for sale does not come in a pair! It's a single earring. Abalone sea shell, known as paua to the Maori people (indigenous new Zealanders). It's considered a treasure in Maori culture. Known for its vibrant blue, been and purple hues. It houses a small marine snail. These shells are harvested sustainably off the rocky new Zealand coastline. In order to protect the population, commercial catches are limited by strict quotas. Artists and jewelers have difficulty obtaining this shell for their designs for this reason. For exposure only: Free people, anthropologie, urban outfitters, iridescent, natural material, jewelery, earring, hoop earring, vibrant, hippie, rare, luxury, unique, avagail adams, sirciam