The piece opens on the agate, a banded, gently translucent stone whose layers catch light at the polished surface. Beside it, the silver-tone metal is a bright silver-coloured metal finish rather than solid silver, so the piece reads in two registers at once. Physically it is a matched pair, balanced for weight. The piece belongs to Lhasa Moments, a series built around highland light, stone colour and architectural lines.
The individual materials are described below, since each has a different tolerance for water, light and knocks. The agate appears as a banded stone that stays faintly translucent, so each layer picks up light differently. Against the skin, it takes daily knocks without dulling, though a thin edge can still chip against stone or metal. Inside the piece, the silver-tone metal is a bright cool-toned metal finish, plated rather than solid silver. Handled often, the finish holds up well day to day, though a plated layer thins gradually where it rubs. The brass is a warm yellow metal with a slightly duller, more golden surface than copper. Over months of wear, it develops a darker tone and, in damp air, a green-ish film that buffs away.
The piece lists two configurations, namely “Pierced Earrings” and “Clip-On Earrings”. Tell us how you intend to wear it and we will point at the option that suits it. Joy and abundance describe the intention a wearer may bring to it, not a guaranteed result. Slight differences in shade, inclusion and grain between pieces are inherent to the materials. The piece, its dimensions and the preparation window are set out in writing first, and only then is payment taken.
Care
Wipe it with a soft dry cloth and store it separately so the polish is not scratched by other jewellery. Keep it away from water, perfume and abrasive cloths so the finish lasts longer. Wipe it dry after wear; a soft cloth restores the shine, and any intentional antique finish should be left alone. Remove it before a shower or a swim, and dry it fully if it does get wet. Storing it apart from other pieces keeps the surface in the condition it arrived in.
A note on meaning
Symbols and materials may support reflection, memory or ritual. They are not medical treatment and do not guarantee wealth, protection, healing or any spiritual result.
