GOLD AND PYRITE CREOLE
GOLD AND PYRITE CREOLE
The jewels that make up ‘Fool's gold’ were created with the intention of reconsidering the idea of ornament and the dichotomy between price and value in the contemporary conception of fine jewellery, in which more importance is given to more expensive materials.
Here, on the other hand, the protagonist is a mineral whose cubic formations are exceptional and are the very centre of the composition, leaving gold in a secondary place at the service of creating bases to support it and also the diamonds that grow on its faces and vertices like small invasions, in the same way that mushrooms grow on tree trunks or mussels are naturally anchored to the rocks on which the sea water hits.
Creole earring made of 18k FAIRMINED yellow gold that holds within a natural cubic pyrite cut from stone by the artist herself in anartisanal mine in Navajún. Sold per unit. We respect the natural shape of each pyrite without modifying it, so each piece is unique and unrepeatable.
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DETAILS
DETAILS
This earring is made from an 18k FAIRMINED gold rocker-shaped creole that houses a cubic pyrite inside. The pyrite stone appears on the profile view, requiring a second look to be discovered.
Sold per unit.
KNOW MORE
KNOW MORE
"Fool’s gold" is how pyrite is known as since it can be confused with gold because of its colour and lustre. The minerals used to compose this series of rings come from the artisanal open sky mine in Navajún (La Rioja), where there are cubical pyrites that were formed during Jurassic times, contemporary to dinosaurs and considered to be the world’s most perfect pyrites.
All of them have been collected by the artist herself through chipping the stone. The work is a tribute to the wonders gifted to us by nature and done so by putting the perfectly woven and cubic formations as the main protagonist, without cutting, altering, or carving their extraordinary natural shape.
CARE
CARE
GOLD
Gold jewels should only be cleaned with non-abrasive products, preferably mild soap and water, and then dried with a soft cloth.
SILVER AND BRASS
Jewels made of silver and brass remain shiny when worn often. Over time, however, exposure to moisture and air can cause tarnish, a dark coating on their surface. You can clean them with any metal polisher sold in supermarkets, rubbing gently with a soft clean cloth to prevent scratches. You can then wash them with mild soap and water.
You can also keep them in a drawstring bag of soft cloth that will preserve them from external elements.
GEMSTONES
Jewellery made of precious metals and gemstones can be washed with mild soap and water. If the back of the gemstone needs to be cleaned, you can use a soft brush to gently scrub the less accessible areas.
CONSULTANCY
CONSULTANCY
We know that buying a jewel that you cannot see is difficult. Therefore, you can arrange a call with Teresa Estapé to ask questions, share concerns, listen to suggestions and receive extra information on the pieces you like: videos, photos and advice.
1. Book your appointment: Choose between visiting the atelier or receiving a call. Choose date and time. Once done you will receive a confirmation email.
2. What questions do you have?: When booking your appointment we will ask you to briefly tell us how we can help you.
3. Appointment Day: We will welcome you in our atelier or call you at the agreed time.
SHIPPING AND RETURNS
SHIPPING AND RETURNS
National: 8€ 24h + production time.
Balearic Islands: 15€ 24h + production time.
EU: 25€ 3/4 days + production time.
Other countries:
Request price and delivery time at info@teresaestape.com
Our pieces are produced by hand one by one, with precision and care in our atelier in Barcelona. Therefore, your piece will have a production time of two week
