Clymene Moth ring in sterling silver

This piece is handmade to order and will take 2-4 weeks to ship. Haploa Clymene is a North American species in the tiger moth subfamily. When its wings are closed, their patterns align to create the image of a petrine cross in black against a white background. I hand-sculpted this design in soft wax and had it cast in solid sterling silver, which I partially oxidize to enhance and darken the wing pattern. Partial oxidation is achieved by hand painting the areas to be darkened, then gently heating the piece (which catalyzes the oxidation process) and finally polishing by hand the unoxidized areas in order to enhance contrast. In order to maintain the dark finish, please avoid polishing or bathing/swimming with this piece. Moth measures 1 1/8" long by 3/4" at its widest point. This design has details that are sharp. Please wear it mindfully. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ PLEASE NOTE: ~I make each piece to order, so please allow up to 2-4 weeks for shipment. ~I charge a fee of $20 for ring resizing and all adjustments/repairs. ~If you are concerned about package theft, please request Signature Confirmation in the notes section during checkout. Please familiarize yourself with my Policies section before committing to a purchase. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ UK RESIDENTS: ~For orders UNDER £135, please visit my Etsy shop ArcanaObscuraDesigns to make a purchase. Etsy is an Online Marketplace Provider and will charge the proper customs and taxes on my behalf. ~For orders OVER £135, please make your purchase on this website. You will be charged customs fees upon delivery, so please be aware of your country’s customs laws. EU & NORTHERN IRELAND RESIDENTS: ~Due to the new GPSR rules, as of 12/24 I can no longer ship to the EU or Northern Ireland.