Hawksbill Sea Turtle Cloisonne Pendant

The Hawksbill Sea Turtle is a tropical turtle that lives amongst coral reefs. They are omnivores that feast on marine algae, coral, crustaceans, sea anemones and jellyfish. They are named for their distinct beak and are hunted for their distinctly patterned shells, a highly valuable product in the tortoiseshell industry. These elegant ocean fliers are at risk due to fishing, turtle egg harvesting and shell harvesting and the loss of nesting or foraging habitat.

This Hawksbill Cloisonne Pendant is made from glass enamel, fine silver and 24k gold wire. The setting is made from 22k and 18k gold and the gem stone is a green tourmaline.