Megachiroptera necklace in sterling silver (bat rescue fundraiser)
A large fruit bat, cast in solid sterling silver that has been partially oxidized.
Suspended from a sterling silver 3.5mm oval patterned chain, each bat is set with a natural, ethically sourced fair trade gemstone.
Current stones available are faceted Arizona amethyst, raja garnet, black spinel, as well as purple chalcedony cabochon.
Bat measures just under 4" from wingtip to wingtip.
***Please mention your preferred chain length (up to 30") in the Notes section during checkout***
20% of the price of this piece will go directly to Pennsylvania Bat Rescue, one of the only licensed rehabilitation facilities that specialize in the treatment, care and maintenance of bats in PA. Their efforts include outreach, education, and sanctuary for rescued and injured bats. They are also partnered with Bat World Sanctuary to serve as a future rescue center to receive fruit bats rescued from the cruel, exotic pet trade, zoos, and aquariums in the Northeast.
For more info and to make your own donation, please visit pabatrescue.org.
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I make each piece to order, so please allow up to 2-4 weeks for shipment.
All orders ship via USPS with tracking. I also include insurance on US orders valuing over $300 and all international orders.
Please familiarize yourself with my Policies section before committing to a purchase.
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