Small Barnacle Studs: Sterling Silver

Inspired by the tenacity of the barnacle, these small stud earrings will stand the test of time and be a testament to natures beauty found along the coast. Barnacles build their homes of calcium carbonate to withstand drastic changes in temperature, humidity and physical agitation. I create the Crustacea Cirripedia jewelry wears in order to pay homage to their solidarity and to draw strength from their sheer will to live. All rings are first hand carved in wax and then cast in metal. By hand carving the barnacles I am able to control the exact details and shapes that make the most realistic looking barnacle jewelry. The studs are small studies of the barnacles that might be found on top of other oceanic specimens living as loners or with a buddy.