Real Blue Emperor Morpho Butterfly Wing Steampunk Pendant

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★ I have handmade this stunning pocket watch style necklace with a REAL Emperor Blue Morpho Butterfly wing embedded under magnified glass! (See below for more info on how I ethically obtain the wings!) The magnified glass measures approximately 30mm and is set in your choice of an antique silver (as pictured) or antique gold vintage style pocketwatch setting.

The Emperor Morpho Butterfly, also known as Morpho Peleides, is part of the “Blue Morpho” family and originates from Paraguay. The wings are a brilliant shimmering light blue with black edges. The color in the butterfly's wings is caused by the diffraction of the light from millions of tiny scales on its wings. It uses this to frighten away predators, by flashing its wings rapidly. The Emperor Morpho lives in the rainforest and drinks the juices from tropical fruit such as mango and kiwi.

The Chain measures approximately 30" and is meant to hang long. If you would prefer a shorter 18" chain that rests on the upper chest or a custom length, just include it in the comments when you check out!

Each piece will arrive in its own custom gift pouch, ready to gift or keep, with literature on the species of butterfly, and a free die-cut sticker or magnet!

*NOTE* No Butterflies are harmed in the making of my jewelry! All butterflies are raised on butterfly farms and sanctuaries and allowed to live their full lifespan, which averages about 1 month, and then collected and sold so that their beauty can live on! Butterfly Farming actually helps to preserve rain forests and also assures the survival of natural butterfly habitats. Native people are encouraged to grow plants and raise insects opposed to clearing land for cash crops. I am a member of and donate to the Rainforest Alliance, a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving the Rainforest and the many species that live within it, including the Blue Morpho Butterfly!

*This is not a pocket watch - this necklace is set in a faux pocket watch style setting, it is not a real working pocket watch. To see my real working pocket watch options, please click the link below: https://www.etsy.com/listing/227545811/butterfly-wing-necklace-real-insect?ref=shop_home_active_16