Pretty blue and pink cloisonne enamel butterfly earrings. These light and cheerful vintage beads are finished off with dainty brass drops.

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Cloisonne is a technique of enameling in which thin wires are used to block in different glass enamel colors so they don't flow together and mix during the firing process. The technique has been traced as far back as Ancient Egypt and has been adopted by many cultures throughout history.

The 1920's brought cloisonne enamel to a new height of popularity with exciting and exotic designs from the Orient taking center stage in home decor and fashion. Japan and China are still the largest producers of this ancient and wonderful style of enameling.

Sadly this art form is dying out, it requires very skilled artists and many hours to complete. Many of the old producers are retiring or moving away from jewelry and into vessels as they are much more profitable.

DETAILS:
⟴ EARRINGS:
• Hollow, lightweight enameled bead 3/4 in round (2 cm)
• Full length of earrings including drop 1 1/4 in (3 cm) plus the tarnish free brass hooks
• Beads have the same image on both sides

⟴ PACKAGING:
• Earrings will arrive in a fabric lined Curious Oddities embossed box, perfect for gifting and storage
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PRODUCTION TIMES & SHIPPING:
All jewelry pieces listed in the shop are ready to ship, if customization is desired, please allow a couple of days for modifications.
I take orders to the post office a few times a week so shipping will happen within a 1-2 day time frame
Most US orders are now shipped with USPS via Chitchats and includes tracking, delivery is 4-8 business days for most US destinations.

An expedited shipping add on option is available for Canada in the checkout drop down menu. Shipping estimates do not include immediate shipping, but I will do my best to ship as promptly as possible.

International mail is sent by air
There is no included tracking on international orders as it is quite expensive, but it is available for most locations in the drop down menu

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