Great Emperor Butterfly Earrings (Sasakia charonda coreana) capture the majesty and allure of Japan’s national butterfly. Known as the “Japanese Emperor” or “Great Purple Emperor,” this exquisite species displays a luminous palette of violet, white, and black — its wings patterned like royal silk, glinting with noble iridescence.

Discover more handcrafted designs in our Butterfly Earrings Collection — fine jewelry created from real preserved wings and inspired by the artistry of the natural world.

Why You’ll Love Our Great Emperor Butterfly Earrings

These great emperor butterfly earrings pair the shimmering elegance of preserved butterfly wings with the warm radiance of 14k gold vermeil (2.5 microns) over sterling silver. Each piece evokes regality and grace — a wearable celebration of nature’s nobility and refined beauty.

Sustainable & Handcrafted

Each handmade pair is carefully set in 14k gold vermeil and features ethically preserved butterfly wings, collected only after the butterfly’s natural life cycle. The craftsmanship transforms ephemeral natural beauty into heirloom jewelry that honors both artistry and ecology.

Behind the Design

The Sasakia charonda, or Great Emperor butterfly, belongs to the Nymphalidae family and is native to Japan, Korea, and parts of East Asia. Revered as a national symbol in Japan, it represents strength, transformation, and royal beauty. Learn more about butterfly symbolism and conservation at the National Geographic Butterfly Guide.

Sizing

Approx. W: 1 in | L: 2 in | H: 2.5 in | Weight: 3.5 g