Silver adjustable limpet shell ring UK N,O,P US 7,8
Recycled silver adjustable limpet shell ring.
Created by hand with a tiny limpet shell to make the sand casting mould and set on a double adjustable ring band with a hammered texture. Perfect for any beachcomber or ocean lover and will go with any colours.
Fits a size UK size O as it is, but can also fit a size smaller or bigger by gently widening or narrowing the gap.
Packaging
This ring will come in a pillow box in a hand stamped Cowrie Craft jute bag with care instructions.
The box or bag is then wrapped in recycled tissue and sent in a reycled card postal box. See photo for packaging.
Size
The ring is UK size N, O, P US size 6.75 - 8
Limpet shell measures 11mm by 8mm
Double adjustable ring band 3mm at narrowest point
Jewellery Care
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Remove before showering or swimming.
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Store in a sealed bag or box to avoid the silver tarnishing.
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Avoid contact with harsh chemicals.
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Clean regularly with a polishing cloth.
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If you prefer the sea glass to look less frosted, dab a drop of coconut or baby oil onto the surface.
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What is Sandcasting?
Sandcasting is an ancient technique which dates back 3500 years but the more modern practice of using Delft Clay instead (which I use) was invented by a Dutch Goldsmith named Hans Karremen.
The delft clay is so fine, it produces a really detailed casting, perfect for my favourite lucky cowrie shells. The shell is sandwiched between two cylinders of delft clay then removed creating a cavity into which the molten silver is poured.