$275.00
One-of-a-kind item: expect slight variations in color and detail
Please note at checkout and see examples of variations below and in gallery
Metalmark Double Love Butterfly Earrings celebrate one of nature’s smallest yet most captivating treasures, the Lyropteryx apollonia, or “Pink-Spotted Metalmark.” Known for its vivid turquoise lines and luminous rose accents, this butterfly dazzles with a rare interplay of color and light. The name “Metalmark” refers to the shimmering, metallic-looking spots on its wings, a natural detail that inspired the double-sided artistry of this design.
Each pair captures the butterfly’s unique balance of mystery and vibrance. The Metalmark Double Love Earrings are handcrafted from real preserved wings, showcasing radiant turquoise and pink patterns encased in 14k gold vermeil over sterling silver. Every piece is delicately finished with fine detailing that reflects the geometry and glow of the butterfly’s wings.
These metalmark double love butterfly earrings symbolize harmony, transformation, and affection – the “double love” motif representing both self-love and connection. The natural hues of turquoise and rose evoke calm, joy, and emotional strength. Lightweight yet striking, they move gracefully, catching light with every motion, much like their living counterpart gliding through tropical air.
Every handmade pair is created using ethically preserved butterfly wings collected only after their natural life cycle. The wings are carefully sealed to protect their color and iridescence, ensuring each design remains as vibrant as the day it was made. Set in 14k gold vermeil (2.5 microns) over sterling silver, the earrings balance durability and artistry with ecological mindfulness.
The Lyropteryx apollonia, known as the Pink-Spotted Metalmark, belongs to the butterfly family Riodinidae. Native to Peru and parts of South America, it is admired for its luminous wing patterns and jewel-like appearance. The metallic iridescence — reminiscent of fine enameling — is what makes the Metalmark family so treasured by collectors and naturalists alike.
The Metalmark Double Love Earrings embody duality: bold and delicate, grounded yet ethereal. The mirrored pink and turquoise tones represent emotional balance and open-hearted connection — a celebration of unity through contrast. Each earring serves as a wearable reminder that love, like light, radiates most beautifully when reflected.
Approx. W: 0.75 in | L: 1.25 in | H: 2 in | Weight: 4.5 g
Explore more nature-inspired treasures in our Butterfly Jewelry Collection or discover rare artisan pieces in our Unique Jewelry Collection.
All findings and gemstones are high-quality precious and semi-precious metals of 14k gold filled or heavy 2.5 micron 14 karat gold vermeil over sterling silver unless otherwise specified.
All our materials and organics are ethically and sustainably sourced. Small business, supporting small businesses.
Dermatologist verified. Allergen free. Ethically sourced.
Please reach out for any inquiries: to fashion any piece as a clip-on and to request diamond upgrades.
