Light scallop and lapis lazuli

These elegant earrings harmoniously combine lapis lazuli and gilded bronze scallop shell pendants. Lapis lazuli, used since antiquity, is known for its deep blue color flecked with white calcite and golden pyrite, reminiscent of stars in the night sky. Primarily originating from deposits in Afghanistan, this mineral was highly prized in ancient civilizations for decoration, ornamentation, and cosmetics. The gilded bronze shells are inspired by the scallop shell, a historic symbol of pilgrimage and travel.

This model, mounted on gilded silver, measures approximately 6 cm.