Anodized Titanium, Gold & Pearl Drop Earrings- "Deep South Shoji"

These handcrafted drop earrings bring together anodized titanium, oxidized sterling silver, 22K yellow gold accents, and natural Mississippi River wing pearls in a composition that is unmistakably individual. The elongated Shoji-inspired frame references the paper-and-lattice screens of traditional Japanese architecture, creating a clean rectangular form. Within it, anodized titanium glows in shifting iridescent blue and purple tones that change beautifully with the light.

Rich yellow gold accent balls add warmth and dimension, while freeform Mississippi River wing pearls bring soft movement at the base. The natural-shaped pearls nod to the natural mussel pearls first collected and used by Native Americans in the Atlantic Coastal region and the Mississippi River Basin. They create an organic note that balances the earrings’ architectural lines and structured metalwork. French ear wires complete the design and add gentle movement with every turn of the head.

Michael and Catherine Jensen, the husband-and-wife design team behind this pair, work out of their New Mexico studio using recycled metals and a level of attention to detail that shows in every joint and setting.

Cold Hard Facts:

• metal: oxidized sterling silver + 22K yellow gold + anodized titanium
• gems: natural Mississippi River wing pearls, approx. 10.5 x 5.2mm
• earring dimensions: approx. 2.5" x 3/8" 
• type: 18K yellow gold earwire
  

FAQ

What makes these earrings stand out?
Their blend of Shoji-inspired geometry, iridescent anodized titanium, and naturally shaped wing pearls gives them a sculptural look with fluid movement.

Are these mass-produced?
No. This is small-batch artisan work from the Jensens' New Mexico studio, made with recycled metals and the kind of detail that comes from working by hand, not by the thousand.

Why anodized titanium instead of a gemstone?
Anodized titanium gets its color from an electrochemical process, not a stone, which means the blues and purples you see here are a genuine color-shifting effect built into the metal itself. It's part of what makes this piece feel current and a little unexpected.

Will the colors look exactly like this in person?
Close, but expect some natural variation. Anodized titanium is color-shifting by nature, so its blues and purples will look slightly different depending on the angle and the light in the room. On top of that, monitors and browsers all render color a bit differently, so the exact shade you see on screen may not be a perfect match to the piece in hand. If you want the full effect before buying, we're always happy to show it to you over video chat.