Ormsby Earring Skull & Teeth

These earrings build a dramatic, slightly macabre-to-modern composition that moves from refined metalwork into sculptural, unconventional materials.

At the top, an oxidized silver spacer anchors the design with a darkened metallic tone and subtle antique finish, giving the piece an aged, understated edge. Just below sits a carved white stone skull, smooth yet detailed, with softened contours that emphasize the hollowed eyes and stylized bone structure. The pale stone contrasts sharply with the dark silver above, making the skull the immediate focal point.

Suspended beneath the skull is an iridescent faceted crystal, catching and scattering light in shifting flashes of color—soft blues, violets, and hints of rainbow sheen. This element introduces movement and brightness, creating a striking contrast against the matte solidity of the skull.

At the base hangs a 3D printed tooth, rendered in a slightly stylized form that feels both anatomical and artistic. Its matte surface and precise geometry add a contemporary, experimental edge, contrasting with the natural stone and metal above.

Overall, the design feels bold and narrative-driven—moving from dark oxidized metal to carved bone imagery, through luminous crystal, and ending in an abstracted, modern tooth form, blending natural symbolism with contemporary fabrication. 

2.25" long, sterling silver wire