Castalia - Cascading Pink Freshwater Pearl Earrings

This pair of statement earrings boast 9 pink freshwater pearls cascading on each earring and is an unforgettable accessory to wear on your wedding day or special evening. Castalia will make you feel beautiful from within and is sure to impress and inspire the genius of poetry to those that see it.

Made to order in 14K gold filled or 925 sterling silver.

About the Naiads Collection:

Since pearls are not mined as most other gemstones and rather collected from oysters in water, Atelier Ayana products featuring freshwater pearls are named after “naiads,” Ancient Greek freshwater nymphs that presided over springs, lakes and rivers.

Castelia was a nymph who transformed herself into a fountain at Delphi to evade from Apollo's advances. She could inspire the genius of poetry to those who drank her waters or listened to their quiet sound. This sacred water was also used to clean the Delphian temples. 


MEASUREMENTS:

Pearl size: 6 x 4.5mm
Front strand length: 9cm
Back strand length: 12cm


CARE:

Freshwater pearls need moisture from your skin and contact with air to preserve their color and nacre. So do not store them in airtight containers. If necessary, gently wipe them with a damp cloth and make sure to completely dry after. Do not store with other items that might scratch them. Do follow the “last on, first off” rule and minimize exposure to perfumes, lotions and sprays.

Gold-filled jewelry is made with 14K gold coating up to 100 times thicker than traditional gold-plating. Not only it is a less costly alternative to solid gold, but it is actually more durable. It is water-resistant and will look shiny and new even with decades of wear. Clean your gold-filled jewelry with mild soap and water, then pat dry.

Sterling silver naturally oxidizes when exposed to humidity, perspiration, cosmetics and other chemicals. It is best to put your sterling silver jewelry on last and take it off first. Best stored in an airtight container and polished occasionally with the polishing cloth provided to remove the oxidization.