Leptohalysis Benthic Foraminiferan Earrings

Resembling beads on a string, these earrings were inspired by the foraminiferan species 'Leptohalysis'. The design is based on the species Leptohalysis scottii, a benthic foraminiferan identified by Dr. Sarita Camacho from samples collected from the Guadiana River Estuary of Portugal. Foraminiferans are amoeboid protists that form complex calcium carbonate-containing shells. These elegant earrings are 3cm long below the loop.

Shapeways does not ship earrings with hooks. You will need to purchase and attach hooks yourself. Each earring weighs approximately 2g.