Releasing Butterflies 6 is a new addition to a series that resonates deeply with me ~ this series of work is inspired by the young survivors of human sex trafficking I have had the honor to work with. These young women are radiantly beautiful, strong yet fragile. They are able to reimagine themselves and fly for a 1000 miles. But if you damage the dust on their wings...they may not be able to fly. Every time I worked with survivors I imagined releasing butterflies....and watched them fly towards their own brighter futures. These young women have inspired me profoudly,
My Cloisonne' Enamel necklace is 24k, 22k, 18k with a 14K gold mesh chain.  The gems: 1.27ct black diamond
0.8 tcw blue diamonds
9.43 ct Rubalite Tourmaline
15.09 ct Sphalerite
Sapphires (1.5-2.7 mm) adorn the back of the necklace
As is most of my work, this is a one-of-a-kind unique creation.