Please see detailed easy instructions and videos at: https://www.visavisjewelry.com/product-care

Is this gold platted because it looks like gold?

No, there is no gold on the pendants or charms. They are in solid yellow bronze also called jeweler gold bronze because it looks like antique old gold. It is the natural color of it. It is not coated in anything. The chains and ear wires are in 14k gold filled not bronze.

"14k gold filled" is a thick tube made of 14k gold which is filled with bronze. It contains 100 times more gold than plated and does does rub off. It is not solid gold.

Bronze is an alloy of copper and tin. It does not contain nickel.

Will bronze turn my skin green?

It is a possibility yes. Each person is different and has a different PH. On some people it doesn't and on some it does. If the piece is a necklace or pendant there are less chances as it moves around a lot. For a ring or tight bracelet it most probably will. In that case I recommend applying two layers of clean nail polish to the side touching the skin. Bronze has no nickel so shouldn't give an allergic reaction although I know of some cases where people were even allergic to 24k gold so there are no guarantees.

Will bronze change color?

Yes it will tarnish over time and give a nice patina. If you want to keep it clean just use a polishing cloth. It won't get damaged or peel off as it is a solid piece. For more detail on maintenance go to the Product Care page: https://www.visavisjewelry.com/product-care

Can I wear my bronze jewelry in the shower?

We recommend that you do not wear your jewelry in the shower, hot tub, sauna, ocean or swimming pool as moisture accelerates the tarnishing of metals.

My piece seems very light for a solid piece of bronze, why?

Bronze is a light metal, it has a very light density (9g of bronze = 12 g of silver or 14 g of 14k gold) and has been used in jewelry making for centuries for this very reason. The light weight is very convenient for earrings for example as they don't weight a lot even though they might look large.

Are your pieces cast?

No, there are not. I make each piece individually. I carve, sculpt, use my own molds, and make my own stamps and fire all pieces in a kiln. Each piece is different and I use different techniques to achieve the finished look. It is the reason why each piece is slightly different and has an organic look to it. I make bronze pieces and small silver pieces in this technique. Large sterling silver and any sizes solid gold custom orders are cast and take 3-4 weeks to make.

Can you make the pieces in solid gold?

Yes I can cast in solid 14k gold or 18K gold except all designs with hand painted colors. It takes 3-4 weeks to make and is not refundable or returnable once started. Contact me for a quote.

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Hand-Carved Bee Coin Earrings: Ephesus Ancient Greek Artifact Museum Replica

Name: Hand-Carved Bee Coin Earrings: Ephesus Ancient Greek Artifact Museum Replica
Brand: VisaVisJewelryLA
SKU: 1088776531
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Materials: Bronze, Sterling silver, Yellow gold
Location: Earlobe
Width: 15 Millimeters; Length: 15 Millimeters
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Honey bee earrings, museum earrings hand carved replica of an ancient coin.
Images of the bee as a symbol appear very early in the development of ancient Greek coinage. In particular, the prosperous city of Ephesus in Ionia (on the Aegean coast of Turkey) adopted the bee as its civic emblem. Ephesus was the location of a famous temple of the goddess Artemis (one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world.) The priestesses were called melissae (honeybees).

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• Gold bronze: solid jeweler gold bronze pendant and 14k gold filled ear wire,
• Silver: solid sterling silver coin and ear wire.

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- Hand carved coins
- Reproduction of a 390 - 340 BC coin from Ephesus
- Inscription: E-Φ
- The coins are 15mm
- One sided coins
- Gold filled has 100 times more gold than plated.
- Nickel free
- Each piece is fired individually thus sizes and colors may vary slightly from the listed pictures.
- Handcrafted and shipped from our Florida studio.

PRODUCT CARE:
Bronze is a timeless metal long associated with strength, artistry, and ancient craftsmanship. Like silver, it naturally oxidizes over time, developing a soft patina that enhances its character. To maintain its original shine, simply polish as needed with a jeweler’s polishing cloth.

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Gus Dec 20, 2025

They're perfect, they're beautiful, they look like Linda Evangelista,

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Thank you Gus for your lovely and funny review. I love it! My best wishes for the new year. Vie

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Sarah Nov 5, 2025

I don't often wear earrings, but I loved the look of these and made the purchase. I'm glad I did! They are beautiful and high quality, and I've already worn them to two weddings. Highly recommend!

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Thank you Sarah for the very sweet review. So glad those are you favorite wedding earrings :-) Cheers, Vie

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Cecilia Jul 6, 2025

Absolutely adorable! Feminine! Dainty! Delicate!

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Hello Cecilia, Thank you so much for your review. I appreciate it. :-)) Cheers, Vie

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ML May 16, 2024

Lovely earrings, they came fast and were excellent quality, I would order from this shop again!

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