Antique Insect Stud Earrings, Victorian 14k, Pearl, Sapphire, Garnet & Diamond Bee and Fly Earring

Usually your item will be shipped within 48 hours of receiving cleared payment.

We ship everything in a custom gift box suitable for presentation. A unique complimentary gift card can also be included, and we are able to accommodate special occasions: just let us know whether it's a birthday, wedding, graduation, or anniversary gift.

PLEASE NOTE: Customers are responsible for entering the correct shipping information; changes to shipping address after order is placed can not be guaranteed. Redirection is sometimes available via USPS with an additional fee, and this fee is the sole responsibility of the buyer. Re-shipping orders returned to us due to buyer error (such as incorrect address at checkout) will incurr new postage charges which are the sole responsibility of the buyer.


SHIPPING METHODS


Shipping methods and estimated delivery times vary and are noted at the bottom of each listing.

Upgrades for expedited shipping are possible for an additional fee depending on the carrier.

Unfortunately, I am not able to control actual transit times, misdirection by USPS or carrier error.


INSURANCE CLAIMS

If an item is lost in the mail, a refund for the purchase price including shipping will be given after the claim has been submitted through Etsy's insurance carrier Shipsurance. The buyer will be required to fill out an affadavit in order to receive a refund, and that form will be emailed directly to the buyer through the claims process.

This is Etsy's official policy on claims: For lost parcels, you must wait 21 days for domestic and 40 days for international locations. Claims for damage or items missing from shipments can be filed immediately.

Refunds cannot be processed after 90 days from the date of mailing as per Shipsurance's policies. Please note: buyer must cooperate with the affadavit process in order to receive a refund.


INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING & CUSTOMS FEES



All items are shipped insured and declared at full value of purchase not including shipping. I'm sorry but I am unable to mark merchandise purchased as a "gift" to avoid customs duties, as this is considered customs fraud.

All duties and customs fees are the responsibility of the buyer. Please be aware of any possible duties, VAT tax, and fees your purchase may be subject to upon arrival in your country. (Example: UK residents may be charged up to 20% VAT on the value of their purchase over £15 by your customs office plus a handling fee from the Royal Mail and these fees are the responsibility of the purchaser.)

We are not responsible for or able to affect customs or carrier delays.

PLEASE NOTE: Items refused at delivery or returned due to failure to pay customs fees will be refunded minus our 5% restock fee as well as any other fees or charges assessed at the return. Original shipping is not refundable.

Customized, sized, engraved or otherwise altered items are final sale.

Items abandoned at customs or refused at delivery due to customs fees will be refunded minus a 5% restocking fee as well as any other applicable fees charged for the return. Original shipping is non refundable.

CUSTOM ORDERS


Please convo me if you have customization requests including engraving or sizing for information regarding any additional fees. Ring sizing can be done for an additional fee, generally $40.00- 60.00 USD for up to three full sizes for most rings, with extra wide bands and platinum additional, but please confirm before requesting sizing as charges can vary. Sizing generally takes one to two weeks to complete, depending on the ring, with laser work sometimes taking longer.

Engraving is available, the price is dependent on style and number of letters. Engraving generally takes one to two weeks to complete, depending on the piece in question and the time of year, with holidays needing longer lead times.

Other customizations such as bracelet lengths are possible, please convo before purchase for information.


CARE AND REPAIR


The pieces in the shop are described as accurately as I am able with the aid of magnified viewing, over 35 years experience with jewelry and the study of historical modes, and consultation with experts in the field when necessary. I only sell pieces that I've determined are in wearable and serviceable condition.

The antique and vintage items, as well as many of the repurposed pieces, will have lived a long and perhaps adventurous life before they come to the shop. Please keep in mind these are pieces with history and are not in brand-new unworn condition; I will verbally note any issues in the description and provide multiple photographs, which should also be considered part of the description.

Please note that nothing is immune to damage or wear after purchase if proper care is not taken and items may require maintenance at some point after purchase: stone tightening, band resoldering, prong retipping, etc. It is important to choose pieces that are appropriate for your lifestyle, especially important with an engagement ring or other piece that might be worn daily for an extended period of time; consider prongs, enamel, pearls and opals carefully as they may not work for daily or vigorous wear and may need special care.

I'm happy to discuss any concerns you might have in this regard.

It is recommended that rings be removed when performing manual labor such as gardening, heavy carpentry, working out, or any other abnormally heavy activity; swinging a hammer is really hard on the round shape of a band. This particularly applies to pieces with enamel, pearls, opals, and delicate filigree but even diamonds can chip or stones fall out if proper care is not taken.

Don't be afraid of your jewelry, just be aware of it and tailor your expectations accordingly.

If your piece should happen to need repair after purchase please contact me for an evaluation and estimate. We guarantee the items are as described, but do not guarantee they won't need maintenance or repair due to use and wear after purchase. Repairs are subject to reasonable additional fees which will be determined after evaluation. We do not reimburse for repairs done to our pieces by other shops, and cannot offer guarantees of any work done by another jeweler.



DIAMOND WEIGHT


A note about diamond size and weight: many of the stick pins or other elements we repurpose are already set with their gemstones or diamonds, as are most of the antiques. The cuts are usually old mine or European and because of their deeper culets, off-round shapes and higher tables their weight is difficult to determine using the formulas for diamonds with a contemporary cut, therefore their approximate weight can only be estimated. It is impossible to get an accurate number without removing the diamond from the setting to be weighed and this could possibly damage the piece.

Please note: By industry standards appraiser's grades can often differ up to and including one full grade.

Please note: All sizes and weights on set stones are approximate. Differences found under 1 mm are not considered appreciable.

Where the diamond or stone is the greater part of the sum value I do have the piece professionally examined and verbally appraised as I am not a certified gemologist or qualified to grade diamonds. Where the diamond or stone is an accent or a more equitable part of the sum value I provide the measurements so you can visualize the size and design characteristics.

I am happy to answer any questions and can usually respond to your inquiries within 24 hours.