Queen Of Sheeba Orchid Brooch By Erstwilder

A Queen Of Sheeba orchid brooch by Erstwilder! The Queen of Sheeba is an extremely rare orchid species that is found in just a few areas of Australia. It has an amazing and quite particular lifecycle and relies on a symbiotic fungus in order to sprout. Researchers have been unable to grow this orchid to preserve it until just recently. So thanks to their efforts, this beauty will remain and can be enjoyed by future generations. A link to a wonderful article about the Queen Of Sheeba is below. These little works of art are created with multiple layers of bubble resin with hand painted details. The pin comes in a round Erstwilder keepsake box with story card and flower tag. Erstwilder jewelry is designed in Melbourne, Australia.

https://www.smh.com.au/national/orchid-fever-as-10-year-quest-finally-unlocks-queen-of-sheba-s-secret-20200521-p54vb6.html