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Shimmering Iridescence Abalone Shell Peacock Earrings

Regular price USD 17,750.00
Sale price USD 17,750.00 Regular price
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Peacock earrings, seamlessly designed from Mexican Abalone Shells, Diamonds and Tsavorites. The hand-cut iridescent Abalone shells forms the body, while the Neck and head has been painstakingly studded with an array of Tsavorites and Diamonds, set on a contrasting background of Black Rhodium plated Sterling Silver. Below the neckline, a 9K Gold line further accentuates the design. The striking head crests of the Peacock are decorated with 9K Gold, each set with a Diamond atop and the beak is embellished with 9K Gold. The eyes of the Peacock are studded with Ruby set on Sterling Silver, bringing the piece to its graceful life.

Lotus Arts de Vivre sources its Abalone Shells from Mexico and the collection includes various designs of Jewelry and bowls. These Abalone Shells are oval shaped with natural imperfections and the iridescent colours of the shells enhance feelings of peace, beauty, compassion, and love. The main commercial sources of these shells started in the early 1900’s, worn by the Kings and Queens of various eras. Popular for their sturdiness and beauty, it was also used to decorate watches, knives, guns, and jewellery.

Peacock is one of the most brilliantly adorned bird and in Chinese culture, the Peacock was a symbol of the Ming Dynasty, representing divinity, rank, power, and beauty. The peacock with its tail of 100 eyes is also associated with the goddess Guan Yin, resembling protection and holiness. While in decorative art, the peacock symbolizes dignity and beauty, the Buddhists also connect peacock’s feather with openness since the bird dazzlingly displays everything when fanning its tail out.

This piece was painstakingly designed and finished by 9 craftsmen and designers involved at various stages, taking 2.5 months to complete.

Rose cut diamonds: 2.26 ct.
Tsavorites: 6.63 ct.
Rubies: 0.06 ct.
Dimension: 8.8(L) x 5.6(W) x 1.1(D) cm.
Weight: 66.49 g.

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