Green gems often inspire jewelry designs that draw on nature. Celebrating the wild landscapes of the West Coast of North America, this clip design by VanCleef and Arpels (2009) depicts the flower of Carpenteria Californica, known as the Bush Anemone. The delicate flower petals are sculpted from white opal. The clip also includes gems such as emeralds, peridots, garnets and yellow sapphires, set in platinum and yellow gold.
Photographed in the Mignone Halls of Gems and Minerals at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City.
Giant Malaysian Leaf Insects, also known as walking leaves or leaf mimics, are fascinating creatures found in Southeast Asia. They belong to the order Phasmatodea, which includes stick insects and leaf insects. These insects are known for their remarkable leaf-like appearance, which helps them blend seamlessly into their surroundings, providing camouflage and protection from predators. Continue reading Giant Malaysian Leaf Insect→
Are you someone who enjoys pinching people, but you feel like you are missing elements of surprise, mild terror, and undeniable cuteness in your passive-aggressive assaults? Fear not, for assistance is on the way in the form of this Great White Shark Pincher! Yes, it exists! Continue reading Shark Attack Pincher Toy!→
Do you like Sharks? I sure do. That’s why I could. not. stop. taking photos of this life-size (read: humungous) model a prehistoric Megalodon Shark, which is a main attraction of the recently opened Sharks special exhibit at the American Museum of Natural History (AMNH) in NYC. Here are some cool Megalodon facts I learned while exploring the exhibit.
