Gold Vermeil Stud Earrings: Flint

About the Product

Made from flint nodules found on my walks in the wild the stones are cut, carved, shaped and polished in the studio into the small oval cabochons you see in these earrings. With the pin and butterfly back made of 9 carat gold the stones are set in a classical gold vermeil on sterling silver bezel set. The oval earring face measures 12mm x 8mm.  This style of earring is also available in Pink Opal, Lapis Lazuli and Mother of Pearl - or in Sterling Silver.

About the Stone

Flint is a stone steeped in historical association from its use for tools and ritual gifting in neolithic times.  Treated as a jewellery stone the flint I find has beautifully subtle variegated grey hues and polishes to a very high lustre. It is rare to find it in jewellery on account of the inclusions most commonly found but the extra challenge to find unblemished material is worth it. Bridging ancient and modern the stone is rooted to the earth and landscape and I love how adaptable it is when it comes to styling.

About the Packaging

The earrings are shipped in in a black jewellery box together with a gift card and care advice.