squilla empusa - Mantis Shrimp
The mantis shrimp is an interesting specimen, the Atlantic species has emerald green eyes, with more photoreceptors than humans. They are very aggressive predators and will hunt fish, crabs, worms, and other mantis shrimp. Using its wicked-fast claws to strike its prey 50 times faster than the blink of an eye. Even if they miss at first strike, since it is so fast, "cavitation bubbles" from the force of the blow can stun, and even kill the prey. In some species, the tail plate is used as a defense against this incredible force and can withstand the blow in battle.
These Mantis Shrimp Tail Pearl Drops are made from the molding and casting of a real found mantis shrimp molt in recycled silver. The original empty molt was collected on a beach in Cape May, NJ.
These earrings are only 1” long and 1/2" wide. The gorgeous bezel set freshwater pearls are 8mm and each post will come with an oversized 9mm sterling silver ear nut back.
This design is currently available in polished sterling silver but other metals, finishes are always possible, email me for custom options and a quote.
All HKM Jewelry pieces are properly hallmarked for metal type and stamped for authenticity.