Handcrafted blue specked enamelled copper tadpole drop earrings, 25x11mm, on sterling silver wires, in a gift box (#57)

These enamelled copper drop earrings, with sterling silver wires, have been handcrafted by myself in Wiltshire. Sterling silver ear wires have been used for the earrings instead of copper to minimize the risk of skin irritation through the ear.

Enamelled copper jewellery involves applying powdered, coloured glass (enamel), which is lead-free, to copper pieces, and then firing them in a kiln at 800 °C multiple times to fuse the glass to the copper. 1 layer is fused to the back and 3 layers are fused to the front, with a firing required between each layer. This creates a durable, colourful design.

If you have any questions about any sizes stated or otherwise, please contact me to obtain any clarification you require prior to purchasing.

By the very nature of sterling silver, there is no way to protect it from tarnishing because sterling silver reacts with so many materials found in everyday life. The best way to reduce tarnish build-up is to actually wear your sterling silver jewellery often. When sterling silver is not worn it tarnishes quickly. Unavoidable I'm afraid, but perfectly normal and nothing to be concerned by, and it can easily be removed with a silver polishing cloth or polishing cream.

These earrings have been handcrafted by myself.