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🦋 Real Butterfly Wing Earrings - Pine White - Neophasia menapia - Resin Sterling Silver

These handmade butterfly wing earrings are created using real butterfly wings from a Pine White (Neophasia menapia), carefully preserved and encased in clear resin to highlight the soft white coloration and the delicate pink edging that makes this form especially striking.

Collected in the western United States, the Pine White is a forest-dwelling species closely associated with coniferous habitats. The subtle pink margins are a natural and sought-after variation, giving these earrings an elegant and refined appearance.

Because these earrings are made from natural materials, each pair will vary slightly, making every set unique.

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✨ Details
• Butterfly: Pine White
• Scientific name: Neophasia menapia
• Wing type: Real butterfly wings
• Collection locality: Western United States
• Encasement: Clear protective resin
• Ear wires: 925 sterling silver hooks
• Handmade: Yes
• Weight: Lightweight and comfortable for everyday wear

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🌿 Ethical Sourcing

All wings used are ethically sourced from specimens that lived full natural lives or were legally collected where permitted. No butterflies are harmed for the purpose of making jewelry. Each piece is created with care and respect for the insect and its natural history.

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🎁 Perfect For
• Nature and butterfly lovers
• Minimalist and soft-tone jewelry fans
• Forest and mountain nature enthusiasts
• Unique, meaningful gifts

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🧡 Please Note
• Natural variation in wing shape and pink edging is expected and celebrated.
• Resin protects the wings, but avoid prolonged exposure to heat or water.

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📦 Packaging

Your earrings will arrive securely packaged and ready for gifting.

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🔬 About Sierra Insects

Sierra Insects specializes in ethically sourced insect art and natural history pieces that combine science, craftsmanship, and respect for the natural world.

🦋 Real Butterfly Wing Earrings - Common Buckeye - Junonia coenia - Resin Sterling Silver

These handmade butterfly wing earrings are created using real butterfly wings from a Common Buckeye (Junonia coenia), carefully preserved and encased in clear resin to highlight the warm brown tones and the distinctive eye spot pattern characteristic of this species.

Collected in the United States, the Common Buckeye is known for its bold and expressive wing markings, making these earrings a striking piece of wearable natural history.

Because these earrings are made from natural materials, each pair will vary slightly, making every set unique.

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✨ Details
• Butterfly: Common Buckeye
• Scientific name: Junonia coenia
• Wing type: Real butterfly wings
• Collection locality: United States
• Encasement: Clear protective resin
• Ear wires: 925 sterling silver hooks
• Handmade: Yes
• Weight: Lightweight and comfortable for everyday wear

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🌿 Ethical Sourcing

All wings used are ethically sourced from specimens that lived full natural lives or were legally collected where permitted. No butterflies are harmed for the purpose of making jewelry. Each piece is created with care and respect for the insect and its natural history.

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🎁 Perfect For
• Butterfly and insect lovers
• Nature-inspired jewelry fans
• Unique, meaningful gifts
• Natural history collectors

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🧡 Please Note
• Natural variation in color, pattern, and wing shape is expected and celebrated.
• Resin protects the wings, but avoid prolonged exposure to heat or water.

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📦 Packaging

Your earrings will arrive securely packaged and ready for gifting.

Real Butterfly Wing Earrings - Common Wood-Nymph - Cercyonis pegala - Resin Sterling Silver

These handmade butterfly wing earrings are created using real butterfly hindwings from a Common Wood-Nymph (Cercyonis pegala), carefully preserved and encased in clear resin to highlight the warm tan and brown tones and the distinctive single eyespot found on the hindwings.

Collected in the United States, the Common Wood-Nymph is known for its subtle, earthy coloration and elegant simplicity, making these earrings a natural and understated piece of wearable natural history.

Because these earrings are made from natural materials, each pair will vary slightly, making every set unique.

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✨ Details
• Butterfly: Common Wood-Nymph
• Scientific name: Cercyonis pegala
• Wing type: Real butterfly hindwings only
• Collection locality: United States
• Encasement: Clear protective resin
• Ear wires: 925 sterling silver hooks
• Handmade: Yes
• Weight: Lightweight and comfortable for everyday wear

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🌿 Ethical Sourcing

All wings used are ethically sourced from specimens that lived full natural lives or were legally collected where permitted. No butterflies are harmed for the purpose of making jewelry. Each piece is created with care and respect for the insect and its natural history.

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🎁 Perfect For
• Nature and butterfly lovers
• Earth-tone jewelry fans
• Minimalist, natural style
• Natural history collectors

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🧡 Please Note
• Natural variation in color, eye spot size, and wing shape is expected and celebrated.
• These earrings are made exclusively from hindwings, which feature the single eyespot.
• Resin protects the wings, but avoid prolonged exposure to heat or water.

🦋 Real Butterfly Wing Earrings - Common Nawab - Polyura athamas - Resin Sterling Silver

These handmade butterfly wing earrings are created using real butterfly wings from a Common Nawab (Polyura athamas), carefully preserved and encased in clear resin to highlight the rich brown coloration and bold cream banding characteristic of this striking Southeast Asian species.

Collected in Thailand, the Common Nawab is known for its large wings and dramatic underside patterns, making these earrings a distinctive piece of wearable natural history.

This listing includes both forewing and hindwing earring options, allowing you to choose the wing style you prefer. Because these earrings are made from natural materials, each pair will vary slightly, making every set unique.

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✨ Wing Style Options
• Forewing earrings
More angular shape with strong cream banding and defined pattern
• Hindwing earrings
Broader, more rounded shape with deep brown tones and subtle markings

(Select your preferred wing type from the dropdown menu.)

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✨ Details
• Butterfly: Common Nawab
• Scientific name: Polyura athamas
• Wing type: Real butterfly forewings or hindwings (your choice)
• Collection locality: Thailand
• Encasement: Clear protective resin
• Ear wires: 925 sterling silver hooks
• Handmade: Yes
• Weight: Lightweight and comfortable for everyday wear

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🌿 Ethical Sourcing

All wings used are ethically sourced from specimens that lived full natural lives or were legally collected where permitted. No butterflies are harmed for the purpose of making jewelry. Each piece is created with care and respect for the insect and its natural history.

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🎁 Perfect For
• Butterfly and insect lovers
• Earth-tone and neutral jewelry fans
• Natural history collectors
• Unique, meaningful gifts

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🧡 Please Note
• Natural variation in color, banding, and wing shape is expected and celebrated.
• Forewings and hindwings differ slightly in size and shape.
• Resin protects the wings, but avoid prolonged exposure to heat or water.

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📦 Packaging

Your earrings will arrive securely packaged and ready for gifting.

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🔬 About Sierra Insects

Sierra Insects specializes in ethically sourced insect art and natural history pieces that combine science, craftsmanship, and respect for the natural world.

🦋 Real Butterfly Wing Earrings - Common Bluebottle - Graphium sarpedon - Resin Sterling Silver

These handmade butterfly wing earrings are created using real butterfly wings from a Common Bluebottle (Graphium sarpedon), carefully preserved and encased in clear resin to showcase the vivid turquoise-green banding against deep black wings.

This listing includes both forewing and hindwing options, allowing you to choose the wing style you prefer. Collected in Thailand, this species is known for its bold coloration and striking contrast, making each pair a standout piece of wearable natural history.

Because these earrings are made from natural materials, each pair will vary slightly, making every set unique.

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✨ Wing Style Options
• Forewing earrings
Longer, more angular shape with bold green banding
• Hindwing earrings
More rounded shape with smooth curves and rich color contrast

(Select your preferred wing type from the dropdown menu.)

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✨ Details
• Butterfly: Common Bluebottle
• Scientific name: Graphium sarpedon
• Wing type: Real butterfly forewings or hindwings (your choice)
• Collection locality: Thailand
• Encasement: Clear protective resin
• Ear wires: 925 sterling silver hooks
• Handmade: Yes
• Weight: Lightweight and comfortable for everyday wear

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🌿 Ethical Sourcing

All wings used are ethically sourced from specimens that lived full natural lives or were legally collected where permitted. No butterflies are harmed for the purpose of making jewelry. Each piece is created with care and respect for the insect and its natural history.

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🎁 Perfect For
• Butterfly and insect lovers
• Bold statement jewelry fans
• Nature inspired gifts
• Natural history collectors

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🧡 Please Note
• Natural variation in color, pattern, and wing shape is expected and celebrated.
• Forewings and hindwings differ slightly in size and shape.
• Resin protects the wings, but avoid prolonged exposure to heat or water to preserve clarity.

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📦 Packaging

Your earrings will arrive securely packaged and ready for gifting.

⸻

🔬 About Sierra Insects

Sierra Insects specializes in ethically sourced insect art and natural history pieces that combine science, craftsmanship, and respect for the natural world.

🦋 Real Butterfly Wing Earrings - Orange Sulphur - Colias eurytheme - Resin Sterling Silver

These handmade butterfly wing earrings are created using real butterfly wings from an Orange Sulphur butterfly (Colias eurytheme) collected in Nevada, carefully preserved and encased in clear resin to highlight the vibrant yellow coloration and subtle natural markings of this classic western species.

This listing includes both forewing and hindwing options, allowing you to choose the wing style you prefer. Each pair is made using authentic butterfly wings and finished to the same high standard.

Because these earrings are made from natural materials, each pair will vary slightly, making every set a unique piece of wearable natural history.

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✨ Wing Style Options
• Forewing earrings
Slightly longer and more angular, showing bright yellow color
• Hindwing earrings
More rounded shape with softer coloration

(Select your preferred wing type from the dropdown menu.)

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✨ Details
• Butterfly: Orange Sulphur
• Scientific name: Colias eurytheme
• Wing type: Real butterfly forewings or hindwings (your choice)
• Collection locality: Nevada, USA
• Encasement: Clear protective resin
• Ear wires: 925 sterling silver hooks
• Handmade: Yes
• Weight: Lightweight and comfortable for everyday wear

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🌿 Ethical Sourcing

All wings used are ethically sourced from specimens that lived full natural lives or were responsibly collected where legal. No butterflies are harmed for the purpose of making jewelry. Each piece is created with care and respect for the insect and its natural history.

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🎁 Perfect For
• Nature and butterfly lovers
• Western US wildlife enthusiasts
• Minimalist, nature-inspired jewelry fans
• Unique, meaningful gifts

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🧡 Please Note
• Natural variation in color and wing shape is expected and celebrated.
• Forewings and hindwings differ slightly in size and shape.
• Resin protects the wings, but avoid prolonged exposure to heat or water to preserve clarity.

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📦 Packaging

Your earrings will arrive securely packaged and ready for gifting.

⸻

🔬 About Sierra Insects

Sierra Insects specializes in ethically sourced insect art and natural history pieces that combine science, craftsmanship, and respect for the natural world.

🦋 Real Butterfly Wing Earrings - Cabbage White - Pieris rapae - Resin Sterling Silver

These handmade butterfly wing earrings are created using real butterfly wings from a Cabbage White butterfly (Pieris rapae), carefully preserved and encased in clear resin to highlight the soft cream coloration and delicate natural markings of this classic species.

This listing includes both forewing and hindwing options, allowing you to choose the wing style you prefer. Each pair is made using authentic butterfly wings and finished to the same high standard.

Because these earrings are made from natural materials, each pair will vary slightly, making every set a unique piece of wearable natural history.

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✨ Wing Style Options
• Forewing earrings
Slightly longer and more angular, often showing distinct black spotting
• Hindwing earrings
More rounded shape with a softer, minimalist appearance

(Select your preferred wing type from the dropdown menu.)

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✨ Details
• Butterfly: Cabbage White
• Scientific name: Pieris rapae
• Wing type: Real butterfly forewings or hindwings (your choice)
• Collection locality: California
• Encasement: Clear protective resin
• Ear wires: 925 sterling silver hooks
• Handmade: Yes
• Weight: Lightweight and comfortable for everyday wear

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🌿 Ethical Sourcing

All wings used are ethically sourced from specimens that lived full natural lives or from historic or legally obtained collections. No butterflies are harmed for the purpose of making jewelry. Each piece is created with care and respect for the insect and its natural history.

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🎁 Perfect For
• Nature and butterfly lovers
• Minimalist jewelry fans
• Unique, meaningful gifts
• Natural history inspired jewelry collectors

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🧡 Please Note
• Natural variation in color, spotting, and wing shape is expected and celebrated.
• Forewings and hindwings differ slightly in size and shape.
• Resin protects the wings, but avoid prolonged exposure to heat or water to preserve clarity.

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📦 Packaging

Your earrings will arrive securely packaged and ready for gifting.

⸻

🔬 About Sierra Insects

Sierra Insects specializes in ethically sourced insect art and natural history pieces that combine science, craftsmanship, and respect for the natural world.

Real Butterfly Wing Earrings - Baltimore Checkerspot - Euphydryas phaeton - Resin Sterling Silver

These handmade butterfly wing earrings are created using real butterfly wings from a Baltimore Checkerspot (Euphydryas phaeton), carefully preserved and encased in clear resin to showcase the striking black, cream, and orange checkered patterning of this iconic species.

This listing offers two wing style options — forewing or hindwing — allowing you to choose the look you prefer. Both styles are made using authentic wings and finished to the same high standard.

Because these earrings are made from natural materials, each pair will vary slightly, making every set a unique piece of wearable natural history.

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✨ Wing Style Options
• Forewing earrings
Longer and more angular, with bold pattern contrast
• Hindwing earrings
More rounded shape, with strong checkered patterning and orange crescents

(Select your preferred wing type from the dropdown menu.)

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✨ Details
• Butterfly: Baltimore Checkerspot
• Scientific name: Euphydryas phaeton
• Wing type: Real butterfly forewings or hindwings (your choice)
• Collection locality: United States
• Encasement: Clear protective resin
• Ear wires: 925 sterling silver hooks
• Handmade: Yes
• Weight: Lightweight and comfortable for everyday wear

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🌿 Ethical Sourcing

All wings used are ethically sourced from specimens that lived full natural lives or from historic or legally obtained collections. No butterflies are harmed for the purpose of making jewelry. Each piece is created with care and respect for the insect and its natural history.

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🎁 Perfect For
• Nature and butterfly lovers
• Checkerspot enthusiasts
• Unique, meaningful gifts
• Natural history inspired jewelry collectors

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🧡 Please Note
• Natural variation in color, pattern, and wing shape is expected and celebrated.
• Forewings and hindwings differ slightly in size and shape.
• Resin protects the wings, but avoid prolonged exposure to heat or water to preserve clarity.

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📦 Packaging

Your earrings will arrive securely packaged and ready for gifting.

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🔬 About Sierra Insects

Sierra Insects specializes in ethically sourced insect art and natural history pieces that combine science, craftsmanship, and respect for the natural world.

Real Butterfly Wing Earrings - California Tortoiseshell - Nymphalis californica - Resin Sterling Silver

These handmade butterfly wing earrings are created using real butterfly wings from a California Tortoiseshell (Nymphalis californica), carefully preserved and encased in clear resin to showcase the rich orange, black, and cream patterning characteristic of this iconic California species.

Because these earrings are made from natural materials, subtle variation is expected, making each pair a unique piece of wearable natural history.

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✨ Details
• Butterfly: California Tortoiseshell
• Scientific name: Nymphalis californica
• Wing type: Real butterfly wings
• Collection locality: Oregon
• Encasement: Clear protective resin
• Ear wires: 925 sterling silver hooks
• Handmade: Yes
• Weight: Lightweight and comfortable for everyday wear

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🌿 Ethical Sourcing

All wings used are ethically sourced from specimens that lived full natural lives or from historic or legally obtained collections. No butterflies are harmed for the purpose of making jewelry. Each piece is created with care and respect for the insect and its natural history.

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🎁 Perfect For
• Nature and butterfly lovers
• California wildlife enthusiasts
• Unique, meaningful gifts
• Natural history inspired jewelry collectors

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🧡 Please Note
• Natural variation in color and pattern is expected and celebrated.
• Resin protects the wings, but avoid prolonged exposure to heat or water to preserve clarity.

⸻

📦 Packaging

Your earrings will arrive securely packaged and ready for gifting.

⸻

🔬 About Sierra Insects

Sierra Insects specializes in ethically sourced insect art and natural history pieces that combine science, craftsmanship, and respect for the natural world.

🦋 Real Butterfly Wing Earrings - Lorquins Admiral - Limenitis lorquini - Resin Sterling Silver

These handmade butterfly wing earrings are created using real butterfly wings from a Lorquin’s Admiral (Limenitis lorquini), carefully preserved and encased in clear resin to highlight the bold contrast of dark wings and natural white markings.

Each pair is made using natural materials, so subtle variation is expected, making every set unique.

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✨ Details
• Butterfly: Lorquin’s Admiral
• Scientific name: Limenitis lorquini
• Wing type: Real butterfly wings
• Collection locality: California
• Encasement: Clear protective resin
• Ear wires: 925 sterling silver hooks
• Handmade: Yes
• Weight: Lightweight and comfortable for everyday wear

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🌿 Ethical Sourcing

All wings used are ethically sourced from specimens that lived full natural lives or from historic or legally obtained collections. No butterflies are harmed for the purpose of making jewelry. Each piece is created with care and respect for the insect and its natural history.

⸻

🎁 Perfect For
• Nature and butterfly lovers
• California wildlife enthusiasts
• Unique, meaningful gifts
• Natural history inspired jewelry collectors

⸻

🧡 Please Note
• Natural variation in color and pattern is expected and celebrated.
• Resin protects the wings, but avoid prolonged exposure to heat or water to preserve clarity.

⸻

📦 Packaging

Your earrings will arrive securely packaged and ready for gifting.

⸻

🔬 About Sierra Insects

Sierra Insects specializes in ethically sourced insect art and natural history pieces that combine science, craftsmanship, and respect for the natural world.

🦋 Real Butterfly Wing Earrings - Queen Butterfly - Danaus gilippus - Resin Sterling Silver

These handmade butterfly wing earrings are created using real butterfly wings from a Queen butterfly (Danaus gilippus), carefully preserved and encased in clear resin to showcase the rich amber-orange coloration, bold veining, and subtle white spotting characteristic of this species.

The Queen butterfly is closely related to the Monarch but features deeper orange tones and a more refined pattern, making these earrings a striking and elegant piece of wearable natural history.

This listing includes both forewing and hindwing earring options, allowing you to choose the wing style you prefer. Because these earrings are made from natural materials, each pair will vary slightly, making every set unique.

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✨ Wing Style Options
• Forewing earrings
More elongated, angular shape with bold veining and color contrast
• Hindwing earrings
Softer, rounded shape with warm orange tones and white spotting

(Select your preferred wing type from the dropdown menu.)

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✨ Details
• Butterfly: Queen butterfly
• Scientific name: Danaus gilippus
• Wing type: Real butterfly forewings or hindwings (your choice)
• Collection locality: United States
• Encasement: Clear protective resin
• Ear wires: 925 sterling silver hooks
• Handmade: Yes
• Weight: Lightweight and comfortable for everyday wear

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🌿 Ethical Sourcing

All wings used are ethically sourced from specimens that lived full natural lives or were legally collected where permitted. No butterflies are harmed for the purpose of making jewelry. Each piece is created with care and respect for the insect and its natural history.

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🎁 Perfect For
• Butterfly and nature lovers
• Monarch and milkweed species enthusiasts
• Nature-inspired jewelry fans
• Unique, meaningful gifts

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🧡 Please Note
• Natural variation in color, veining, and wing shape is expected and celebrated.
• Forewings and hindwings differ slightly in size and appearance.
• Resin protects the wings, but avoid prolonged exposure to heat or water.

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📦 Packaging

Your earrings will arrive securely packaged and ready for gifting.

⸻

🔬 About Sierra Insects

Sierra Insects specializes in ethically sourced insect art and natural history pieces that combine science, craftsmanship, and respect for the natural world.

🦋 Real Butterfly Wing Earrings - Sierra Nevada Fritillary - Speyeria egleis - Resin Sterling Silver

These handmade butterfly wing earrings are created using real butterfly wings from a Sierra Nevada Fritillary (Speyeria egleis), carefully preserved and encased in clear resin to showcase the warm orange tones, bold black spotting, and delicate patterning characteristic of this mountain species.

Collected in the Sierra Nevada mountains, Speyeria egleis is a high-elevation fritillary known for its classic checkered pattern and rich coloration, making these earrings a striking piece of wearable natural history.

This listing includes both forewing and hindwing earring options, allowing you to choose the wing style you prefer. Because these earrings are made from natural materials, each pair will vary slightly, making every set unique.

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✨ Wing Style Options
• Forewing earrings
More elongated and angular shape with bold spotting and strong contrast
• Hindwing earrings
Softer, rounded shape with classic fritillary patterning

(Select your preferred wing type from the dropdown menu.)

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✨ Details
• Butterfly: Sierra Nevada Fritillary
• Scientific name: Speyeria egleis
• Wing type: Real butterfly forewings or hindwings (your choice)
• Collection locality: Sierra Nevada, United States
• Encasement: Clear protective resin
• Ear wires: 925 sterling silver hooks
• Handmade: Yes
• Weight: Lightweight and comfortable for everyday wear

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🌿 Ethical Sourcing

All wings used are ethically sourced from specimens that lived full natural lives or were legally collected where permitted. No butterflies are harmed for the purpose of making jewelry. Each piece is created with care and respect for the insect and its natural history.

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🎁 Perfect For
• Fritillary and butterfly lovers
• Sierra Nevada and mountain nature enthusiasts
• Nature-inspired jewelry fans
• Unique, meaningful gifts

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🧡 Please Note
• Natural variation in color, spotting, and wing shape is expected and celebrated.
• Forewings and hindwings differ slightly in size and appearance.
• Resin protects the wings, but avoid prolonged exposure to heat or water.

⸻

📦 Packaging

Your earrings will arrive securely packaged and ready for gifting.

⸻

🔬 About Sierra Insects

Sierra Insects specializes in ethically sourced insect art and natural history pieces that combine science, craftsmanship, and respect for the natural world.