These small brass teardrop earrings feature the Big Dipper (Ursa Major) and Little Dipper (Ursa Minor) constellations - one on each earring - with additional teeny tiny individually stamped stars around them. The earring hooks are also brass. These earrings are made for you upon order, please allow for subtle differences in the hand-stamping.
They are very lightweight, and are great for those who love dangle earrings but can't wear heavy ones!
THE DETAILS:
I have individually stamped the little stars onto the front of each brass teardrop. I then went through a finishing process of gently sanding, oxidizing, buffing, and lightly polishing the pendant, finishing it with a lightly textured matte surface with a subtle shine. I've coated the teardrop charms in wax sealer which will help keep them brightly colored, but please note that brass will develop a patina over time. Please see "Care" guide below.
The earring hooks are brass, which I have made by hand. If you'd prefer gold-filled earring hooks (14/20kt gold-fill,) you may select that during check-out.
Each brass constellation drop measures approximately 1-inch tall (2.54cm) by 3/8-inch wide (.95cm.) The total length from top to bottom when you include the height of the earring hook is approximately 1 & 1/2-inches long (3.81cm.)
CARE:
You can use a soft polishing pad/cloth [made for brass jewelry] if you wish, but do note that brass naturally oxidizes over time with exposure to air, perfumes, lotions, etc. and will develop a darker patina. I have coated the pendant in a thin layer of wax sealer which will help delay the patina. I recommend keeping your jewelry dry and putting it on last when you're getting ready for the day.
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Each piece of jewelry is sent in my standard logo gift box tied with a ribbon, ready for gift giving or receiving! You can upgrade to a fancier hinged logo gift box here: https://www.etsy.com/listing/526838121/gift-box-upgrade-two-piece-gift-box
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