Small Monarch Butterfly Necklace – “Mini”

Sometimes less is more, as with “Mini” this smaller monarch butterfly necklace
rainbow inlay with 24k gold wires

Artist Shirley Matteson designs and
creates handcrafted, fine silver jewelry. Here, she has created Mini, a gorgeous fine monarch butterfly pendant inlayed with 24K gold that is breathtaking.

The Importance of the Monarch Butterfly

Of course, the Monarch butterfly is well known for its iconic orange wings, with its black outlines and white spotted highlights. This jewel recreates the design of the Monarch, using brilliant orange colors combined with accents in bold black and white. With tiny gold 24k wires forming the partitions of the Cloisonné butterfly blending in perfectly with the yellow and orange tones of the Monarch’s wings, this is quite the unique gem.

Monarchs are also one of the most commonly recognizable butterflies, owing their unique design and bold colors. Perhaps they were named ‘Monarch’ in honor of King William III, otherwise known as the ‘Prince of Orange’. Whatever the origin of their name, these butterflies are truly the kings and queens, and can represent the strength and trust of a leader.

And, we all know that monarch butterflies are famous for their migration, truly a phenomena of the natural world. Each year, monarchs fly up to 3,000 miles on their journey. How, you ask? Actually, they have a magnetic compass to help them navigate the globe. Monarch butterflies have spread all over the world. As of now, they can even be found in Hawaii, New Zealand, Australia, Portugal, and Spain.

Monarch Butterfly Gifts

Because of this association travel, Monarch butterfly designs make great gifts for all travelers and even those who are might be moving somewhere new to begin a new life. In addition, these butteflies also bring the symbolism of endurance and a belief in staying the course to these gifts. As a result, monarchs make a great gift for those who have completed long and arduous tasks, perhaps for graduations, retirements, or even marathon runners. Furthermore, their uncanny ability to navigate via an internal compass brings peace to those who feel lost or perhaps want to trust their inner guide, and those who might need a guiding light every now and again.

The Monarch Pendant

Shirley’s butterfly jewelry comes with a rosewood box, storage pouch, and sterling silver chain. Be sure to let her know at checkout if you prefer a 16-inch or 18-inch chain. Naturally, hen you’re not showing off your fabulous monarch butterfly necklace, keep her in her silvercloth pouch so she won’t get tarnished.

If you’re looking for a larger Monarch Butterfly neckclace, try this one.
Or, if butterflies aren’t your thing, but you love the colors and style of the monarch, check out our Monarch Medallion Necklace. It’s created and handcrafted with the same skill and care as our Monarch Butterfly necklace, but in a round design that highlights the gorgeous colors of the monarch.