Argillite Flower Earrings by Amy Edgars (Haida)

Flower Design: Haida artist Amy Edgars brings a fresh energy to traditional argillite carving, infusing each piece with joy, creativity, and a modern twist on cultural expression. These playful flower earrings, inlaid with shimmering abalone, capture the carefree spirit of summer.

Argillite is a black stone that is geologically classified as slate. The argillite from Haida Gwaii is found on one mountaintop and is protected by the Haida Nation as a stone exclusively carved by the Haida people.

• Material: Argillite, abalone, sterling silver hooks
  
• Dimensions: Approx. 1.7 cm x 1.5 cm (0.6 inches x 0.8 inches)
• Earring type: Dangles with sterling silver shepherd hooks

Made by Haida Artist, Amy Edgars:

Amy Edgars is a Haida artist from Old Massett, British Columbia. She was inspired by her late father, Myles Edgars, to pursue the art of argillite carving. Amy began carving at the age of 16. "I saw my dad and others carving every day, so I thought I better sit down and try it out," says Amy. She also notes the late Haida artist Pat Wesley as an influence in developing her carving skills.