Beetle wing jewelry and adornment uses the iridescent forewings (elytra) of jewel beetles, particularly from beetles in the family Buprestidae. These wings produce a brilliant metallic sheen in shades of green, blue, purple, and gold, much like natural sequins or gemstones
Traditional practices often collect wings after the beetles die naturally, minimizing harm to insect populations
Overall earring length: 2.5in
Sterling silver ear wires
Beetle wing jewelry and adornment uses the iridescent forewings (elytra) of jewel beetles, particularly from beetles in the family Buprestidae. These wings produce a brilliant metallic sheen in shades of green, blue, purple, and gold, much like natural sequins or gemstones
Traditional practices often collect wings after the beetles die naturally, minimizing harm to insect populations
Overall earring length: 2.5in
Sterling silver ear wires