Turtles belong to one of the oldest reptile groups in the world, dating back to the dinosaurs era. Contrary to popular belief, turtles cannot come out of their shells — the shell actually grows with them. These cold-blooded creatures have an incredibly long life span. The oldest ever recorded, named Tu”i Malila, of Tonga Island, passed away at the grand old age of 188.

• Earring Length: ~1.75″
• These lovely rhodium charms have been treated with a protective coating to help prolong their shiny finish.
• The center of the charm features blue faceted glass.
• The stainless steel earwires are nickel-free and lead-free.