Chrysalis Earrings

Chrysalis butterfly earrings in keum-boo, gold and black on a white background

Chrysalis Earrings - Keum-boo Swirling Monarch Wing

Keum-boo with 14k Gold Filled Ear Wires

$300.00

Chrysalis Earrings - Keum-boo Swirling Monarch Wing

$300.00

Ready to Ship within 3 to 5 business days.

Complimentary shipping on orders over $150

$300.00

These elegant Chrysalis earrings honor transformation's most intimate phase through the ancient art of Keum-boo - the quiet inward spiral before emergence rendered in pure 24K gold permanently fused to oxidized sterling silver. Like a butterfly wing furled in rest, the design curves gracefully into itself, with hand-applied gold flowing along the spiral edges like liquid light. The gentle 2.5-inch spiral creates subtle movement as you wear them, a dance between stillness and unfolding, while dimensional depth shifts as you move. Light enough for all-day comfort yet distinctive enough to draw the eye, these remind you that the most profound changes often happen in silence. Choose 14K gold or 14K gold-filled ear wires.

Marking the seasons of becoming - spiraling inward to discover what wants to unfurl.

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2.5 inch length

Ready to Ship in 3 - 5 business days

Finished with a 14k gold or gold-filled ear wire.

All ear wires are hypoallergenic.

Double-sided gold edging

Customization available in 4 - 6 weeks

Keum-boo is an ancient Korean gilding technique dating back 3,000 years. Each design uses pure 24K gold carefully applied to the silver surface, then heated and burnished until the molecules permanently fuse - creating a bond that won't flake or wear away. I source my gold specifically from suppliers who specialize in Keum-boo sheet, ensuring the highest quality and lasting brilliance. Because of this monarch design's intricate details, every piece is a true labor of love requiring patience and precision. The result is remarkably resilient and maintains its warm luster permanently with proper care. Shadow meets radiance with oxidized silver and brilliant 24K gold edges.

Earwire Options:
14K gold-filled ear wires - Gold-filled is 14K gold permanently bonded to a base metal - not plated. The thick gold layer won't wear off and is hypoallergenic, offering lasting beauty at an accessible price.

14K gold ear wire - 14K gold is a solid gold alloyed with other metals for added durability, 58.3% pure gold. It's hypoallergenic, won't tarnish, and maintains its warm luster permanently—the gold standard for fine jewelry that lasts generations.

Your piece features pure 24K gold carefully hand-applied to oxidized sterling silver using an ancient Korean technique. The black oxidized finish is sealed to maintain its dramatic contrast with the bright gold. With simple care, this jewelry will last for generations.

Daily Wear:
The 24K gold is permanently fused to the silver - it won't wear off. The sealed black finish is durable, but avoid scratching by storing pieces separately in a soft pouch. (Included with your purchase)

Water & Moisture:
Remove before swimming, bathing, or prolonged water exposure to preserve the finish.

Ring Care: Fine for occasional hand-washing - just gently pat your ring dry afterward.

Cleaning:
Wipe gently with a soft cloth. Avoid harsh chemicals, abrasive cleaners, and ultrasonic cleaners.

Diamonds and sapphires: carefully clean with a q-tip and rubbing alcohol.

What to Skip:
Remove before applying lotions, perfumes, or household cleaning to keep both the gold and oxidized finish looking their best.

That's it. Wear it, love it, and it'll stay beautiful.

Camille with long hair and butterfly cocoon chandelier earrings standing outdoors

Artist's Statement

The Imaginal Cell Butterfly Collection

When a caterpillar experiences metamorphosis, it must first come to terms with its mortality. Amorphous cells, known as Imaginal Cells, multiply within the chrysalis, impervious to the caterpillar’s immune system. When the Imaginal Cells finally reach critical mass, the defeated caterpillar accepts its mortal fate, and metamorphosis begins. At this point, the newly awakened cells band together, transform, and become the mysterious creature that we know as “butterfly.”

The Imaginal Cell Collection honors the transformative, creative process of not knowing. Sometimes we must let go of the traditional constructs we “understand” to discover something new and beautiful within ourselves. This body of work deconstructs the geometric forms of the iconic monarch wing, transforming them into unexpected patterns and celebrating nature’s symmetry.

We are the sum of our own imaginations. Letting go is the seed to metamorphosis.