{"product_id":"vaidurya-sankha-drop-earrings","title":"Vaidūryaśaṅkha | Turquoise \u0026 Gold Scallop Shell Drop Earrings in 22k Gold Plated","description":"\u003ch1\u003eVaidūryaśaṅkha | वैदूर्यशंख\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eVaidūrya (वैदूर्य) — turquoise \/ the precious blue stone | Śaṅkha (शंख) — conch shell \/ sacred shell form | Pronounced: vai-DOOR-ya SHUNK-ha\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA handcrafted brass-alloy demi-fine drop earring with a sculptural three-dimensional cast gold scallop shell stud top and a large turquoise teardrop cabochon in a plain gold bezel setting hanging below — in 22k Gold Plated.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVaidūryaśaṅkha — meaning \u003cem\u003e“the turquoise shell”\u003c\/em\u003e — pairs two forms that share the same coastal, elemental origin: the shell and the sea-blue stone. The stud top is a cast gold scallop shell in full three dimensions — its surface worked with deeply ribbed radiating texture from a central apex, each rib sharp and precisely defined, the outer edge cut in the characteristic serrated fan silhouette of the scallop. The shell is fully sculptural — it has volume, depth, and a high reflective polish that catches directional light across every rib surface, creating a continuous play of highlight and shadow that changes with every movement of the wearer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the base of the shell, a large turquoise teardrop cabochon hangs in a plain gold bezel — smooth-domed, deep teal-blue, its colour the precise blue of shallow tropical water over white sand. The bezel is clean and unornamented — a simple gold frame that holds the stone and allows its colour to occupy the full visual space of the drop. On the ear, the warm 22k Gold Plated surface of the ribbed shell above and the deep teal of the turquoise below create a colour pairing of immediate authority — classical in its references, contemporary in its scale and simplicity. The stud post fitting keeps the shell flush at the lobe while the turquoise drop moves freely below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCraft \u0026amp; Material\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted entirely in India by \u003cstrong\u003ehighly skilled karigars\u003c\/strong\u003e, Vaidūryaśaṅkha is made in \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-quality brass alloy\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003cem\u003eanti-allergic and skin-friendly\u003c\/em\u003e — and finished in your choice of \u003cstrong\u003e22k Gold Plated, 925 Silver Plated, Rose Gold Plated,\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eBlack Rhodium Plated\u003c\/strong\u003e. Each plated finish is sealed with a \u003cstrong\u003eprotective e-coating\u003c\/strong\u003e for tarnish and wear resistance. The turquoise is a natural teardrop cabochon — its colour depth, surface variation, and matrix patterning vary naturally between stones. No two pieces are mechanically identical — natural minor variations in turquoise tone and surface character are inherent to natural material production and are not defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy It Sells\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurquoise\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most universally recognised and commercially consistent gemstones in global jewellery — its teal-blue colour is immediately legible as a luxury stone across South Asian, Middle Eastern, Western, and East Asian markets, and it carries strong appeal in both fashion and spiritual jewellery categories. The teardrop cabochon format is the most commercially reliable stone shape in the drop earring category — its elongating effect is flattering across all face shapes and its smooth dome surface photographs cleanly at every scale. The cast scallop shell stud top is a design element with strong cross-cultural resonance — the shell motif carries simultaneous references to classical European ornament, coastal luxury, and Indian nautical iconography. The combination of a bold sculptural gold top with a single large coloured stone drop is a proven commercial formula in the demi-fine market — it reads as a considered, designed piece with immediate editorial impact. Four finish options allow a single design to serve multiple consumer segments and price points. The \u003cstrong\u003e22k Gold Plated finish delivers the visual register of fine gold jewellery\u003c\/strong\u003e at a competitive wholesale price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCraft \u0026amp; Construction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBase Metal:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-quality brass alloy — anti-allergic and skin-friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCraftsmanship:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cast and hand-finished by skilled karigars of India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStud Top:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sculptural three-dimensional cast gold scallop shell — deeply ribbed radiating texture, serrated fan silhouette, high polish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Stone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Turquoise — large teardrop cabochon, deep teal-blue, smooth dome, plain gold bezel setting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlating:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thick-layer electroplating in 22k Gold Plated, 925 Silver Plated, Rose Gold Plated, or Black Rhodium Plated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm polished 22k Gold Plated (as photographed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtective Coating:\u003c\/strong\u003e E-coating applied over plating for tarnish and wear resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stud post with butterfly \/ push back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCategory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEarrings \/ Drop Earrings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEarring Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwo-part drop earring with stud post fitting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStud Top\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSculptural three-dimensional cast gold scallop shell — deeply ribbed radiating texture, serrated fan silhouette, high polish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimary Stone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTurquoise — large teardrop cabochon, natural, deep teal-blue, plain gold bezel setting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBase Metal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrass alloy (anti-allergic, skin-friendly)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCraftsmanship\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCast and hand-finished by skilled karigars of India\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThick-layer electroplating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtective Coating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eE-coating over plating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarm polished 22k Gold Plated (as photographed)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFitting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStud post with butterfly \/ push back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAvailable Finishes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e22k Gold Plated\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e(as photographed)\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e925 Silver Plated\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRose Gold Plated\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack Rhodium Plated\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAll variants share the same handcrafted construction and protective e-coating.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWholesale Supply\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVaidūryaśaṅkha is \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured and supplied factory-direct from India\u003c\/strong\u003e, enabling consistent quality control, competitive wholesale pricing, and reliable lead times. Low minimum order quantities are available for new trade partners; repeat supply arrangements for established accounts. Contact Narmae for current MOQ and lead time terms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid contact with \u003cstrong\u003eperfume, deodorant, body spray, cosmetics, sanitiser,\u003c\/strong\u003e and household chemicals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove before \u003cstrong\u003ebathing, swimming, sauna, gym activity,\u003c\/strong\u003e or sleeping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe gently with a \u003cstrong\u003esoft, dry, lint-free cloth\u003c\/strong\u003e after each wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore individually in an \u003cstrong\u003eairtight pouch\u003c\/strong\u003e or soft-lined jewellery box. Do not stack pieces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep away from abrasive surfaces, direct sunlight, and high humidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle with care to preserve the \u003cstrong\u003eprotective e-coating\u003c\/strong\u003e, finish, and turquoise stone surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore with an \u003cstrong\u003eanti-tarnish strip\u003c\/strong\u003e in a cool, dry place for long-term preservation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Narmae","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50020954177778,"sku":"NRM-EAR-TRQ-SHELL-22KGP-001","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0840\/6194\/6098\/files\/IMG_8990.jpg?v=1788469871","url":"https:\/\/www.narmae.com\/products\/vaidurya-sankha-drop-earrings","provider":"Narmae","version":"1.0","type":"link"}