The coal for these earrings was collected by hand while hiking on a trail in the Canadian rocky mountain town of Canmore, Alberta. Once a prominent mining town, Canmore has since ceased all mining activity, but if you look closely you can still find lumps of coal scattered along the forest floors. The coal for these earrings was coated with a water based clear coat to prevent pigment transfer. They were then attached to hypoallergenic surgical stainless steel posts.The mountains, along with their trees, stones and coal they are the inspiration for my creativity, simple and naturally beautiful, just like these earrings. These one of a kind coal earrings are all from the same coal seam so while similar, they do have some natural variation in size and shape. Each pair measures approximately 6 mm or 12 mm wide. The beautiful differences and irregularities are what we love about natural jewelry, they are never the same. Just as the earrings you purchase will be similar but different than the pairs in the photos. Care for your earrings - It is recommended that these earrings be removed before bathing and swimming to preserve their natural beauty.
