Migration Butterfly Necklace - 24k Gold and Silver with Gemstone Optio

Keum-boo Butterfly pendant with diamond on a chain in gold and black design

Migration Butterfly Necklace - 24k Gold and Silver with Gemstone Options

Keum-boo and 14k gold accents / White Diamond

$450.00

Migration Butterfly Necklace - 24k Gold and Silver with Gemstone Options

$450.00

Ready to Ship within 1 to 3 business days

JEWELRY MATERIAL Keum-boo and 14k gold accents Keum-boo and 14k gold filled accents

GEMSTONE OPTIONS White Diamond Yellow Sapphire Classic - without Gemstone

Complimentary shipping on orders over $150

$450.00

For those who carry love across distance—honoring connections that span generations, continents, or the space between what was and what's becoming.

The Migration necklace draws its meaning from nature's most sacred journey: the 3,000-mile passage monarchs make from Canada to Mexico. In many traditions, the return of these butterflies is believed to carry the souls of loved ones—a reunion that transcends distance and time. Through the ancient art of Keum-boo, pure 24K gold is permanently fused to oxidized sterling silver—hand-applied along wing edges where it flows like liquid light against deep black patina. A single butterfly captured mid-flight, its 1-inch wingspan creating luminous contrast that shifts as you move.

The delicate chain features marquise charms linked with 14K gold or gold-filled accents. Add a sparkling 2mm diamond or vibrant yellow sapphire bezel-set where the wings meet for extra significance.

Rests at your collarbone—bold enough to make a statement solo, versatile enough to layer with shorter or longer pieces.

For women who understand that the most meaningful journeys aren't measured in miles, but in the courage it takes to keep moving forward.

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18-inch long chain with a 2-inch extension

Made with recycled materials

Ready to Ship in 1 - 3 business days

24k gold Keum-boo

Each piece is unique due to the handcrafted gold application

Part of the Imaginal Cell Collection

Optional 2mm brilliant diamond bezel-set in 14K gold
Optional 2mm yellow sapphire bezel-set in 14K gold

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 together - creating a bond that won't wear away. I source my gold specifically from suppliers who specialize in 24k Keum-boo gold, 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.

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.