【Entry-Level】Peacock Feather Dian Cui Long Rectangular Mother-of-Pearl Ear Clip (Can be converted to Earring)

https://si.geilicdn.com/pcitem1912443437-58700000019681b4d6a20a20e273_750_2329.jpg All materials used in our creations are naturally shed parrot or peacock feathers. Because feathers refract light, each piece displays shifting color layers that seem to possess their own breath and mood, changing with the environment. ✿ Product Details: Base Material: Copper plated with 18K gold Surface Material: Peacock feather, abalone mother-of-pearl ✿ Product Dimensions: Total length of single earring: 5cm ✿ Packaging: Each item is presented in eco-friendly packaging. ✿ Care Instructions: Due to the delicate nature of Dian Cui, please avoid contact with water and oil, and refrain from scratching the feather surface when wearing. Feather products are sensitive to humidity; store them in a sealed bag when not in use. ✿ Upon Receiving Your Order: Dian Cui items are carefully packaged to prevent damage during transit. Upon receipt, please handle with care and avoid bending or exposing them to liquids. Contact the shop owner immediately if you have any questions. For custom orders, please reach out to discuss your needs! Each piece bears subtle marks of its handmade origin; please consider this before purchasing. ✿ What is "Dian Cui"? Dian Cui is an exquisite traditional Chinese craftsmanship for gold and silver jewelry, with origins dating back to the Han Dynasty and reaching its zenith during the Qianlong era of the Qing Dynasty. It was a highly prized decorative technique for the jewelry of imperial noblewomen. Artisans would create a metal base, often silver gilded with gold, and meticulously inlay precisely cut feathers, imparting a dynamic, jewel-like blue iridescence that showcased unparalleled aesthetics and craftsmanship. As kingfishers are now a protected species, contemporary Dian Cui utilizes ethically sourced feathers from white geese, peacocks, parrots, or eco-friendly synthetic materials, preserving the beauty of color while respecting nature. To this day, every stage of the Dian Cui process—from crafting the metal base, cutting the feathers, composing the form, to the fine details of inlay—cannot be mechanized. It relies entirely on the artisan's manual dexterity. Consequently, each piece requires significant time and focus to complete, making every Dian Cui item a unique, unrepeatable work of art. As a traditional technology that fuses metalworking, feather inlay, and design, Dian Cui is no longer just a symbol of the imperial court; it is an artistic language that encapsulates time, culture, and the spirit of the artisan. Even as times change, it continues to subtly astound the world with its distinctive, ethereal blue.