The Small Bee Studs are handcrafted sterling silver earrings made in Adelaide, South Australia by Olivia Dryden. They belong to the Curios Collection, where natural history, curiosity cabinets and careful craftsmanship meet.
The design began with an original bee specimen, which was carefully moulded so its small form, wings and surface detail could be preserved. That mould was then used to cast the bee in sterling silver, creating a sculptural keepsake connected to pollination, fragility and the quiet complexity of the natural world.
Designed as simple studs, these earrings are easy to wear while still carrying the distinctive detail and specimen-like quality of the Curios Collection.
Materials: Sterling silver
Process: Each pair is handmade in small quantities using traditional silversmithing and casting techniques. Slight differences in texture, shape and finish should be expected as part of the handmade process.
Dimensions: 1 cm x 2 cm.
Explore more: View the Curios Collection or browse more earrings.
FAQ
Q1: Are the animal specimens ethically sourced?
A: Yes. Animal specimens used in Olivia Dryden Jewellery are sourced from animals that have passed from unpreventable causes, and each piece is made with respect for the original specimen.
Q2: How do I clean the Small Bee Studs?
A: Avoid perfumes, lotions and harsh chemicals, and gently polish the sterling silver with a soft jewellery cloth. Because these earrings have small, hard-to-reach details, a silver dip may be used occasionally if needed. Always follow the silver dip instructions carefully, rinse thoroughly and dry completely.
Q3: Are the Small Bee Studs suitable as a gift?
A: Yes. Each pair is packaged in an Olivia Dryden Jewellery branded velvet pouch and is suited to collectors, nature lovers and those who appreciate handmade jewellery with story, detail and meaning.
The Small Bee Studs are handcrafted sterling silver earrings made in Adelaide, South Australia by Olivia Dryden. They belong to the Curios Collection, where natural history, curiosity cabinets and careful craftsmanship meet.
The design began with an original bee specimen, which was carefully moulded so its small form, wings and surface detail could be preserved. That mould was then used to cast the bee in sterling silver, creating a sculptural keepsake connected to pollination, fragility and the quiet complexity of the natural world.
Designed as simple studs, these earrings are easy to wear while still carrying the distinctive detail and specimen-like quality of the Curios Collection.
Materials: Sterling silver
Process: Each pair is handmade in small quantities using traditional silversmithing and casting techniques. Slight differences in texture, shape and finish should be expected as part of the handmade process.
Dimensions: 1 cm x 2 cm.
Explore more: View the Curios Collection or browse more earrings.
FAQ
Q1: Are the animal specimens ethically sourced?
A: Yes. Animal specimens used in Olivia Dryden Jewellery are sourced from animals that have passed from unpreventable causes, and each piece is made with respect for the original specimen.
Q2: How do I clean the Small Bee Studs?
A: Avoid perfumes, lotions and harsh chemicals, and gently polish the sterling silver with a soft jewellery cloth. Because these earrings have small, hard-to-reach details, a silver dip may be used occasionally if needed. Always follow the silver dip instructions carefully, rinse thoroughly and dry completely.
Q3: Are the Small Bee Studs suitable as a gift?
A: Yes. Each pair is packaged in an Olivia Dryden Jewellery branded velvet pouch and is suited to collectors, nature lovers and those who appreciate handmade jewellery with story, detail and meaning.
