Hand-Polished Kaikōura Pāua Shell fish hook Earrings – Long Drop 925 Sterling Silver wild beachcombed Abalone unisex ocean themed Jewellery

These New Zealand Rainbow Pāua Roimata Earrings are ocean treasures reborn — shaped by the tides and polished by hand to reveal their natural brilliance. Crafted from wild, beach-combed Pāua shell collected along the shores of Kaikōura, South Island, New Zealand, each earring captures the untamed spirit of Aotearoa’s coast.

Mounted on 925 sterling silver fish hooks and jump rings, these elongated Roimata drops shimmer with shifting hues of turquoise, violet, pink, and emerald — an iridescent dance only nature could create.

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🌀 Polynesian Symbolism – The Roimata

In Māori and wider Polynesian tradition, the Roimata (teardrop) represents healing, emotional strength, and compassion. It symbolises the flow of emotion and connection — the tears of both sorrow and renewal — and is often worn to release the past and invite peace into the heart.
These earrings honour that lineage: light, fluid, and deeply symbolic of empathy and resilience.

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🔬 Science of the Pāua Shell

Species: Haliotis iris (New Zealand abalone)
Composition: Aragonite (CaCO₃) and organic nacre proteins
Hardness: ~3.5 on the Mohs scale
Origin: Kaikōura, South Island, New Zealand

The vibrant rainbow effect comes from microscopic layers of aragonite crystals. As light enters the shell, it refracts and interferes between these layers, creating the iridescence that shifts with movement. Each shell’s pattern and colour are unique — a fingerprint of the ocean that shaped it.

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🌊 Spiritual & Metaphysical Properties

Pāua shell embodies tranquillity, transformation, and ocean energy. It’s said to harmonise emotional tides, enhance intuition, and promote a sense of calm connectedness to nature.
In spiritual practice, it aligns with the heart and throat chakras, encouraging heartfelt expression and emotional balance.

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⚒️ Details
• Materials: Wild, naturally beach-tumbled New Zealand Pāua shell
• Finding: 925 sterling silver fish hooks & jump rings
• Shape: Long Roimata (teardrop)
• Finish: Hand-polished to highlight natural iridescence
• Origin: Kaikōura, Aotearoa / New Zealand
• Note: Each pair is unique; natural variations in colour and shape reflect their wild origin.

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💧 Care

To preserve their shine, gently wipe your earrings after wear with a soft dry cloth. Avoid harsh chemicals or prolonged exposure to water. Store separately to prevent scratches — Pāua is a soft natural shell.

Photos are captured under LED lighting to ensure true color representation, though slight variations may occur depending on individual lighting conditions.

Shipping Information:

Packaged securely to ensure safe delivery.
Standard shipping via Royal Mail for most countries, Evri for USA for Tarif reasons. Other international options via courier is available upon request.

Customs & Import Duties
Please be aware that customs duties, tariffs, and import taxes are the responsibility of the customer. By placing an order, you agree that you are aware of and accept responsibility for any charges required under your country’s laws (including the new U.S. tariffs).

If customs fees are not paid and the item is returned, this will be considered a non-consented return. In line with legal requirements (such as within the EU), refunds will be processed where applicable, but any charges or costs incurred on my end may be deducted from the refund.