Real Butterfly Wing Earrings – Sierra Nevada Fritillary (Speyeria egleis) – Resin Encased, 925 Sterling Silver Hooks

$35.00
🦋 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.

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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.
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🦋 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.

⸻

✨ 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.)

⸻

✨ 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

⸻

🌿 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.

⸻

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

⸻

🧡 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.