Ascending Bird Ear Climber carried by a model, styled for evening
Ascending Bird Ear Climber, gold-tone, front view — Gullye
Ascending Bird Ear Climber, three-quarter view
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Ascending Bird Ear Climber

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At the bench13 hours

An architectural bird ear climber in 22k gold finish,  anchored with a lobe post and a discreet top hook for a weightless “in-flight” look. 

92.5 sterling silver base with 22k gold plating 
“Suspender” ear-climber design: lobe post + hidden upper hook for secure fit 
Full length: approx. 2.5"

Specification

The Motif
A stylized Bird in Flight, representing perspective and the courage to rise.
The Mechanics
A "Suspender" style design.
The Anchor
The sharpened lower post threads through your standard lobe piercing.
The Climber
The body of the bird spans the length of the ear cartilage.
The Secure Loop
A hidden upper wire hooks comfortably over the top of the ear (helix) to distribute the weight and keep the bird upright.
Material
92.5 Sterling Silver base (hypoallergenic and durable).
Plating
Coated in 22k Gold for a rich, warm finish.
Dimensions
Full Length: Approx 2.5" (Designed to trace the natural ear shape).
Weight
0.3 oz (Engineered for balance; the top hook ensures it doesn't drag on the lobe).
Sold As
Single or Pair (Wear one as a statement asymmetric look, or a pair for full drama).

This piece creates a tension fit. Adjust gently. The Sterling Silver core allows for slight molding to your unique ear shape, but avoid bending the top hook repeatedly. Slide it on from the top down. Keep away from water to protect the gold plating. Store in the Gullye dust bag.

Dispatched within 1 to 2 business days by FedEx Ground, arriving in 2 to 7 days across the U.S. Your tracking follows the moment it leaves us. Should it ever need to come home, you have 30 days from delivery.

The story

The Messenger.

In ancient folklore, birds were believed to be messengers of the divine, whispering secrets of the future to those who would listen.

Master Jeweler Ratan brings this legend to life with a feat of engineering. A standard earring hangs passive and heavy. This bird is active it climbs.

To achieve this "anti-gravity" effect, Ratan hand-forges the silver into a specific curve that mimics the human ear. The balance must be exact: if the bird is too heavy, it falls forward; if the wire is too stiff, it pinches.

It takes 3 days of shaping and balancing to create a bird that feels weightless. When you wear it, it sits right against your ear a constant reminder to listen to your own intuition.

Don't just wear jewelry. Let it speak to you.
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Gullye finds its soul in the forgotten lanes, where quiet hands shape beauty that the world often overlooks. We bring these stories forward not as relics of the past, but as living treasures meant to be cherished.

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Slow by hand.

Heirloom objects from the workshops of South Asia, made in editions, never in factories.

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The jewellery atelier · Edition of 1

Ascending Bird Ear Climber

$105Last one

An architectural bird ear climber in 22k gold finish,  anchored with a lobe post and a discreet top hook for a weightless “in-flight” look. 

or check out with
Free U.S. shipping·30-day returns·Authenticity guaranteed
The maker's mark
TechniqueHandcrafted by master artisans
At the benchAbout 13 hours, start to finish
MaterialsGold-tone, hand-finished
№ 1 of an edition of one — the last of its kind

Gullye makes sculptural pieces by hand, in small editions, with master artisans in Jaipur. Once an edition sells out, it is retired.

The specification

The MotifA stylized Bird in Flight, representing perspective and the courage to rise.
The MechanicsA "Suspender" style design.
The AnchorThe sharpened lower post threads through your standard lobe piercing.
The ClimberThe body of the bird spans the length of the ear cartilage.
The Secure LoopA hidden upper wire hooks comfortably over the top of the ear (helix) to distribute the weight and keep the bird upright.
Care

This piece creates a tension fit. Adjust gently. The Sterling Silver core allows for slight molding to your unique ear shape, but avoid bending the top hook repeatedly. Slide it on from the top down. Keep away from water to protect the gold plating. Store in the Gullye dust bag.

In confidence

Is each piece handmade? Yes. Every piece is made and finished by hand, so slight variations occur — they are part of its character.

What if it is not right? Returns are easy within 30 days, no questions asked.

From the atelier

The Messenger.

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Ethically sourced · Mindfully made · Sustainable · Traditionally rooted
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An architectural bird ear climber in 22k gold finish,  anchored with a lobe post and a discreet top hook for a weightless “in-flight” look. 

92.5 sterling silver base with 22k gold plating 
“Suspender” ear-climber design: lobe post + hidden upper hook for secure fit 
Full length: approx. 2.5"

Product Details

The Motif
A stylized Bird in Flight, representing perspective and the courage to rise.
The Mechanics
A "Suspender" style design.
The Anchor
The sharpened lower post threads through your standard lobe piercing.
The Climber
The body of the bird spans the length of the ear cartilage.
The Secure Loop
A hidden upper wire hooks comfortably over the top of the ear (helix) to distribute the weight and keep the bird upright.
Material
92.5 Sterling Silver base (hypoallergenic and durable).
Plating
Coated in 22k Gold for a rich, warm finish.
Dimensions
Full Length: Approx 2.5" (Designed to trace the natural ear shape).
Weight
0.3 oz (Engineered for balance; the top hook ensures it doesn't drag on the lobe).
Sold As
Single or Pair (Wear one as a statement asymmetric look, or a pair for full drama).

Care

This piece creates a tension fit. Adjust gently. The Sterling Silver core allows for slight molding to your unique ear shape, but avoid bending the top hook repeatedly. Slide it on from the top down. Keep away from water to protect the gold plating. Store in the Gullye dust bag.

Shipping & Returns

Shipping

  • Dispatches in 1–2 business days.
  • U.S. delivery typically 2–7 days (FedEx Ground).
  • Tracking is emailed at dispatch.

Returns

  • Returns accepted within 30 days of delivery on unused items in original packaging.

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  • The Messenger.

    In ancient folklore, birds were believed to be messengers of the divine, whispering secrets of the future to those who would listen.

    Master Jeweler Ratan brings this legend to life with a feat of engineering. A standard earring hangs passive and heavy. This bird is active it climbs.

    To achieve this "anti-gravity" effect, Ratan hand-forges the silver into a specific curve that mimics the human ear. The balance must be exact: if the bird is too heavy, it falls forward; if the wire is too stiff, it pinches.

    It takes 3 days of shaping and balancing to create a bird that feels weightless. When you wear it, it sits right against your ear a constant reminder to listen to your own intuition.

    Don't just wear jewelry. Let it speak to you.