TURTLE TIE/LAPEL PIN

Buy in 14K Gold. Of all the critters a kid can carry home in their pockets, a baby red-eared slider comes with some of the most bragging rights. Around here, all you need is water, and not much of it. A ditch, a bayou, a creek, or a pond with a log is bound to be covered in turtles soaking up the warm sun. '80s kids will tell you these “heroes in a half-shell” have a special place in their hearts, but that’s true for humans going back to the beginning. The turtle shows up in more than one origin story, carrying the whole of creation on its back. Older than the oldest known dinosaur, the turtle is celebrated across time and cultures as a symbol of perseverance, longevity, patience, and stability. There’s a deep knowing in the slow and steady determination of a turtle bound for its destination. The kind of knowing that represents eons of hard-earned wisdom aimed at survival. This piece is an homage to some of our favorite Louisiana turtles: • The alligator snapping turtle – the one that comes with stories of legend for most of us • The red-eared slider – the one many of us have carried home in a pocket (whose shell inspired this pin design) • The box turtle – the one most likely to visit you in your backyard • The softshell turtle – the standout with its smooth, flat shell and long, pointed head • The mud turtle – a shiny little potato-shaped friend This pin measures approximately 2.5" tall and 1.5" wide.   *Please Note: While the pin itself is nickel free, the tie tac clutch/pin backs are plated and do contain nickel. Shop MIMOSA's Turtle Collection.   Made by hand in our South Louisiana studio. Each piece varies slightly due to its handmade nature. *Note: Sterling Silver and 14K Gold prices may vary due to fluctuation in the gold and silver markets.