Spindrift Turquoise Ruthie B. Earrings

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A pair of vivid turquoise earrings suspended from 14k gold ear wires, each stone marked with natural rust-colored matrix and adorned with tiny sculptural barnacles that seem to have drifted ashore and settled on their surface.

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THE MEANING BEHIND Ruthie B.

“Named after my father’s fishing vessel, the Ruthie B. collection honors the beauty and the unpolished allure of the ocean that shaped my life.” ~ Hannah
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These earrings feature turquoise drops.

Please note: Each bead will vary naturally in size, shape, and appearance.

Solid 14k gold ear wires and barnacle details.

The earrings weigh approximately 3.515 grams each

Length is 31.77mm from the top of the ear wire to the bottom of the stone. The drop measures 21.04mm from the bottom of the ear wire to the bottom of the stone, and 12.41mm at its widest point.

All metal has a matte finish.

Kingman Turquoise is sourced from the Colbaugh Mine in Arizona, a third-generation family operation, and is renowned for its vibrant color variation and distinctive matrix. Much of the turquoise from this mine is soft-stabilized, allowing it to be more durable and suitable for jewelry.
Origins: Kingman, AZ
MOHs Hardness: 5-6
Treatment: Stabilized
Care: Turquoise is a particularly soft and porous gemstone. Contact with cosmetics, oils, acids, etc. can discolor and erode the gemstone. To clean, use warm water with mild soap. Do not use an ultrasonic or steam cleaner.

All packages ship fully insured.  

For Domestic (US): 

We offer free shipping on orders over $300 and ship either via USPS or FedEx, depending on the size of the order. You can opt to pay for a faster shipping method at checkout. A signature is required at delivery. 

For International: 

We ship via DHL and, when possible, with a signature requirement. We are only able to ship to a limited number of countries. International customers are required to pay for all shipping and customs costs. 

For more information, please visit our Shipping page.

Paying in Installments

We have partnered with several independent financing companies to provide you with more flexibility and options.

At check out, select either ‘Shop Pay Installments’, ‘Klarna‘, or ‘Afterpay‘ as your payment method to go through the application process. If your application is approved, these companies will allow you to pay in installments. To learn more about their terms and conditions, please visit their respective websites.

Once you check out with one of these independent financing companies, we will process your order as normal and send the jewelry you ordered when ready. You will continue to work directly with your financing company to make your installment payments. Please note these financing companies are separate from Hannah Blount Jewelry. As a result, we are not responsible for their actions or services.

Note: Depending on your geographic location and total amount due at check-out, only some of these independent financing companies may offer financing services to you.

THE GEMSTONE

Kingman Turquoise (Vanity)

serenity, communication, spiritual expansion
birthstone: December

Illustration by Abi Kramer

drawing of turquoise
Pearl earrings with gold accents on a light background

THE ANATOMY OF THE BARNACLE

Small but enduring, barnacles thrive where waves, wind, and time leave their mark. Their clustered forms remind us that strength is found in persistence: holding fast, growing together, and weathering every tide. A quiet echo of the sea, and of resilience shaped over time.

From tiny clusters to sprawling formations, smooth domes to gemstone-set treasures, Hannah has spent years creating a world of barnacles in every size and shape. Each begins as a hand-carved wax sculpture, capturing the organic textures and irregular beauty of the shoreline before being cast in precious metal.

We love to adorn pearls, turquoise, and other beads and stones with barnacles - a curious twist on a classic design. Drilled and set into the surface, the barnacles cling as though they always belonged there.

Cast in solid silver, gold, and platinum, the barnacles take on a new permanence as tiny forms that capture the ocean’s raw beauty.