Swallowtail Butterfly Necklace
The swallowtail butterfly family includes the largest butterflies in the world. This bronze butterfly by Cavin Richie is 1 inch by 1¼ inches. Heishi beads and polished stones complement the antiqued sterling silver chain with a toggle clasp. Devolved length of the necklace is about 21 inches. Bronze with sterling silver chain. Made in USA.
The swallowtail butterfly family includes the largest butterflies in the world. This bronze butterfly by Cavin Richie is 1 inch by 1¼ inches. Heishi beads and polished stones complement the antiqued sterling silver chain with a toggle clasp. Devolved length of the necklace is about 21 inches. Bronze with sterling silver chain. Made in USA.
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Cavin Richie
Cavin Richie grew up in Colorado surrounded by the natural beauty of the Rocky Mountains. He moved to Washington State in 1970 and has lived near the sea ever since. Cavin's designs are a reflection of his surroundings. His line includes birds, mammals and amphibians, all accurately detailed. For the past thirty years he has carved with shed elk antler and woolly mammoth ivory. These carvings became the basis for his lost wax casting jewelry.
"Carving," says Cavin "is like touching antiquity. I feel a kinship with a long lineage of carvers dating back to the Pleistocene."
We are pleased to offer these solid bronze lost wax castings. A patina complements the earthy metal, giving each piece a unique finish.