White Yak Bone Earrings

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Description

White Yak Bone Earrings feature natural bone beads & real 18k gold plated 925 Sterling Silver hooks.

Each earring weighs 2.7g (0.095oz) and measures 11*45mm (0.433*1.772in)

Designed and crafted by Silvi Simberg x 2024 as part of the Little parts of the Whole Shebang Collection;

“If you carry strength quietly, then resilience will show through calmness.”

White Yak Bone Information

White yak bone beads, crafted from ethically sourced yak bones, hold deep cultural and spiritual significance. Their natural white and cream hues give them a rustic, organic beauty. Often sourced from the Himalayan regions, where yaks play an essential role in local life, these beads sometimes feature engravings or symbols, adding spiritual depth.

Fashion and Jewelry

In fashion, white yak bone beads bring an earthy and grounded aesthetic to jewelry pieces. Their natural tones blend well with minimalist and bohemian styles. They pair effortlessly with wood, metal, and other organic materials in bracelets, necklaces, and even earrings. White yak bone beads often appear in prayer beads and mala necklaces, enhancing meditation with a sense of calm and connection.

History, Mythology, and Symbolism

In Tibetan Buddhism, yak bones symbolize strength, resilience, and life’s cycles. These beads remind practitioners of impermanence, encouraging compassion and inner growth. Yak bone jewelry connects deeply to mindfulness and meditation, promoting strength and focus as reminders of life’s transience.

Production and Ethical Sourcing

Local artisans in Himalayan communities craft yak bone beads from yaks that have passed naturally. They cut, polish, and sometimes engrave these beads with symbols like Om or the lotus flower, adding spiritual meaning. This sustainable process honors yak life and supports regional economies. The production of yak bone beads also reinforces traditional practices and upholds the yak’s cultural significance in the Himalayas.

Additional information

Hooks

18k Real Gold-Plated 925 Sterling Silver (0.5 micron 3k)

Findings

Stainless Steel / Jewellery-Grade / PVD-Plated

Origin

Handmade in Estonia, 2024

Beads

Bone

Colour

Birthstone

Zodiac Stone

Size Guide

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Oathfeed Classic Design

6 & 10mm beads, in some cases the size of the stone beads may vary +-1mm.

Hook lengths range between 1cm basic hooks, 1.5+cm English Locks, 2cm silver hooks – refer to the product photos.

In newer designs, the stainless steel spacer daisies, bead caps and small beads contribute 3-4mm extra length (refer to product photo)

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Weight Priciples

In principle I keep the weight below 5 grams per earring, so it doesn’t stretch or hurt your ears even if you wear it the whole day. Occasionally, for some designs, that weight limit exceeds by a gram – every pair has their specific weight marked under the overview tab.

Note that some earring hooks have thicker wires, and if you are not used to wearing earrings daily, using them will feel uncomfortable in the beginning.