The Skull & Cross Bone with Drop Earrings are handcrafted sterling silver earrings made in Adelaide, South Australia by Olivia Dryden. They belong to the Curios Collection, where natural history, memento mori symbolism and careful craftsmanship meet.
The design combines a small hand carved human skull form with fox tail vertebrae shapes arranged into cross bones, creating a piece that speaks to remembrance, mortality and the beauty found in natural remains. Cast in sterling silver, the forms become sculptural earrings with a refined, slightly gothic presence.
These earrings are available with your choice of freshwater pearl or onyx drop. Freshwater pearls bring a soft organic lustre, while onyx adds a darker, more dramatic contrast to the silver skull and bone forms.
Materials:
Sterling silver, with your choice of freshwater pearl or onyx drop.
Process: Each pair is handmade in small quantities using traditional silversmithing and casting techniques. The skull and fox tail vertebrae forms are created through moulding and casting, then finished by hand. Slight differences in texture, finish and pearl or gemstone character should be expected as part of the handmade process.
Dimensions: 5 cm length.
Pearl or onyx drop: 0.8cm.
Explore more: View the Curios Collection or browse more earrings.
FAQ
Q1: What drop options are available?
A: The Skull & Cross Bone with Drop Earrings are available with your choice of freshwater pearl or onyx drop. Freshwater pearl creates a softer organic contrast, while onyx gives the earrings a darker, more gothic mood.
Q2: Are the Skull & Cross Bone with Drop Earrings part of the Curios Collection?
A: Yes. These earrings belong to the Curios Collection, a series of jewellery inspired by natural history, memento mori symbolism, ethical specimen work and curiosity cabinets.
Q3: How do I clean the Skull & Cross Bone with Drop Earrings?
A: Avoid perfumes, lotions and harsh chemicals, and gently polish the sterling silver with a soft jewellery cloth. Because the earrings include a freshwater pearl or onyx drop, do not place the drop in silver dip. A silver dip may be used occasionally on the silver components only, following the product instructions carefully before rinsing and drying completely.
The Skull & Cross Bone with Drop Earrings are handcrafted sterling silver earrings made in Adelaide, South Australia by Olivia Dryden. They belong to the Curios Collection, where natural history, memento mori symbolism and careful craftsmanship meet.
The design combines a small hand carved human skull form with fox tail vertebrae shapes arranged into cross bones, creating a piece that speaks to remembrance, mortality and the beauty found in natural remains. Cast in sterling silver, the forms become sculptural earrings with a refined, slightly gothic presence.
These earrings are available with your choice of freshwater pearl or onyx drop. Freshwater pearls bring a soft organic lustre, while onyx adds a darker, more dramatic contrast to the silver skull and bone forms.
Materials:
Sterling silver, with your choice of freshwater pearl or onyx drop.
Process: Each pair is handmade in small quantities using traditional silversmithing and casting techniques. The skull and fox tail vertebrae forms are created through moulding and casting, then finished by hand. Slight differences in texture, finish and pearl or gemstone character should be expected as part of the handmade process.
Dimensions: 5 cm length.
Pearl or onyx drop: 0.8cm.
Explore more: View the Curios Collection or browse more earrings.
FAQ
Q1: What drop options are available?
A: The Skull & Cross Bone with Drop Earrings are available with your choice of freshwater pearl or onyx drop. Freshwater pearl creates a softer organic contrast, while onyx gives the earrings a darker, more gothic mood.
Q2: Are the Skull & Cross Bone with Drop Earrings part of the Curios Collection?
A: Yes. These earrings belong to the Curios Collection, a series of jewellery inspired by natural history, memento mori symbolism, ethical specimen work and curiosity cabinets.
Q3: How do I clean the Skull & Cross Bone with Drop Earrings?
A: Avoid perfumes, lotions and harsh chemicals, and gently polish the sterling silver with a soft jewellery cloth. Because the earrings include a freshwater pearl or onyx drop, do not place the drop in silver dip. A silver dip may be used occasionally on the silver components only, following the product instructions carefully before rinsing and drying completely.
