DNA G-C Base Pair Molecular Earrings in sterling silver

Description

Genes are written in DNA and RNA molecules using a code of chemical units called bases. These bases form pairs, which is critical to their function. In DNA, A (adenine) pairs with T (thymine) and G (guanine) pairs with C (cytosine). In RNA, G pairs with C and A pairs with U (uracil). The charms of these earrings are based on shapes of the nucleotide base molecules. They are hooked onto an earwire at the place where they would normally connect to the sugar-phosphate backbone. The charms are about .75 inches long, are made with high-quality reclaimed/recycled sterling silver, and are connected to sterling silver French wires. You will receive one pair of G-C base pair earrings in a pretty recycled paper gift box, including an informational card about the molecules.Made With Molecules offers original, handmade, high quality jewelry by scientist-turned-artist Raven Hanna, PhD. MWM uses Earth-friendly and people-friendly practices in a solar-powered sugarcane shack on the flank of Kilauea volcano. A percentage of profits are donated to environmental and science education nonprofit organizations. See other molecular jewelry offerings in my shop. Thank you!