Arizona Earthshines
Gemstone Jewelry Inspired by the Sonoran Desert
Questions?
How are your items shipped and what is the cost?
We charge a flat fee of 3.99 for shipping. No added charges for additional items. All items are shipped to anywhere in the United States via Priority U.S. Postal Mail and will typically arrive 3 to 6 business days after they are shipped, excluding holidays. International orders, require 10 business days for shipping.
How soon can I expect my order to ship once I've placed it?
All Arizona Earthshines pieces are one of a kind, so you will get the exact item that you ordered from the picture. Once payment has been recieved it will ship within 2-3 days.
How much does shipping cost?
A flat $3.99 shipping and handling fee for all orders under $75. For any order over $75, the shipping and handling fee is waived.
What is your return policy?
If you are not 100% satisfied with your purchase, you may return the item(s) to me, at the buyer's expense, in original condition within 30 days of initial receipt of the item(s). Once I have receive the returned item(s), I will send you a full refund for the purchase price, less shipping and handling, via PayPal.
What if a piece that I buy breaks or comes un-done? will you fix it?
Yes. I stand by my work. If for some unforseen reason the item comes unstrung, or the wire it is strung on breaks. I will fix it at no cost, except shipping. Just send me ALL the pieces of the design, I can't replace pieces but if it is complete I will gladly repair it and send it back promptly.
Can you take special orders?
No, I'm sorry these pieces are one of a kind. Check back frequently though because I am always creating new pieces and your sure to find one you like at some point.
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I only use gemstones in my designs. No glass or plastic beads. All gemstones (turquoise, amethyst, jasper, peridot, etc) are considered "semi-precious". Semi-precious stones are available in a various colors, textures and shapes. They work beautifully in handcrafted jewelry. While all gemstones are valuable, the "precious" gemstones are defined as diamonds, rubies, sapphires, and emeralds.
I occationally use some freshwater pearls in my jewelry. Freshwater pearls occur in mussels as opposed to saltwater pearls that occur in oysters.
I also occationally use some wood beeds in my jewelry. As long as its a natural material I am interested in it. Otherwise I am not.
Most of the metal I design with is sterling silver. Sterling silver contains 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% other metals. It is the standard silver used in jewelry.
Because of it's unique look I often use pewter findings. (bead caps or spacers) The alloy which we use today for all the objects meets all the EEC and USA requirements provided. It is made up of Tin (95%), Antimony (4-5%) and Copper (0.5%). Antimony and Copper should be used in order to give consistency and rigidity to Tin.
I don't use gold. Just because.
I use .30 mm silver colored beading wire, and then my own two little hands!
Feel free to email me with any questions!
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