Mystical Orca
- Handmade in the US
- Lifetime Guarantee
- Ships ready to gift
- Multiple ways to wear
- Free US shipping over $99
- Ships within 2-5 business days
Orca Medallion – Swim free
This hand-carved orca honors Lolita, the captive whale who spent 54 years at the Miami Seaquarium and never returned to the wild. A symbol of family, intuition, and deep connection, the orca reminds us of what is sacred and wild.
Attach it to your BackBeads as part of a daily ritual—let it guide your breath, your awareness, and your care for the ocean and all its kin.
"For in the wild, the orca reigns,
A Queen unbowed by human chains.
To break the sea, to steal her breath,
Is to write a tale of sorrowed death.”
Hand carved and lost wax cast in Sterling Silver or Ancient Bronze, each piece is then hand finished & polished for you.
Choose your metal from the drop down menu along with if you want to add a sterling silver 1.5 mm wheat chain or bronze ball chain.
Each charm features a lobster clip bail so it can be easily clipped onto:
- BackBeads
- Cords or Chains
- Bracelets
- Keyrings
- Purses
Use your necklace charm along with BackBeads in daily meditations & mindfulness practice!
The Time for Captivity is Over I last saw Lolita over 30 years ago, swimming in her small tank at the Miami Seaquarium. I was 22, overwhelmed with sadness and disgusted by her conditions. Yet, I left her there—moving forward with my life, vowing always to support her freedom.
Sea Life Reflections: Honor Ocean’s Spirit
More than jewelry, these hand-carved charms offer a soulful connection to the sea—a quiet reminder of its vital role in sustaining life on our planet.
Each piece captures the essence of the ocean and its inhabitants, carrying that spirit in every intricate detail. From ancient myths to spiritual traditions, marine life has been respected as a source of guidance, reflecting the deep bond between humanity and the sea.
Incorporate these charms into your mindfulness practice as a way to deepen your connection to the ocean and embrace the guiding wisdom of its creatures.
With each piece, you hold a fragment of the ocean’s soul—a love that reaches beyond the shorelines, inspiring awareness, respect, and a commitment to safeguarding marine life for generations to come.
Since then, I have traveled, married, and raised three children. My connections with family and friends have deepened with time and experience. But Lolita remained in the same confined space, circling endlessly under the hot Miami sun, performing show after show—for nearly five decades. Imagine if that had been your life.
Science has long proven that whales and dolphins form lifelong social bonds, just as we do. Decades ago, people did not fully grasp this truth, and captivity may have once contributed to our understanding of these intelligent beings. But just as we’ve evolved past outdated and harmful practices—like smoking on airplanes or playing with mercury—we must recognize that keeping whales and dolphins in captivity is no longer justifiable.
The time for captivity is over. It’s time to honor the freedom, intelligence, and deep social connections these creatures deserve. ~BlackBird
Our charms are carved and cast by human hands. They are perfectly imperfect and no two are exactly the same. Each one does have our full attention to detail and finishing.
It is best if you take off your jewelry before going into water, including swimming, showering or even exercising. Our charms are very high quality as are the lobster clasp bails and guaranteed for life but not indestructible. Please do your part to treat with intention and care.
Sterling Silver - use the included polishing cloth or make a paste of dawn dish soap mixed with baking soda and use a baby soft toothbrush to clean.
Golden Bronze - Should get richer as time passes but you can clean with the same paste mixture.
Ancient Bronze with Green Patina - Leave this away from water, polish or soap. The green will grow as it ages.
Each Charm is made to order. They are typically ready to ship in 2-5 business days. Contact us if you need them faster.
If you see that a charm is out of stock, we are most likely working to do a new casting of that charm which typically takes 3-4 weeks to restock. Please contact us if you need it faster and we can do our best to speed up the process.
Each Charm includes:
- A tin, box, or bag meant for gifting
- An intention card on the meaning behind the carving.
- Sterling silver charms come with a polishing cloth
Orders ship from Jupiter, Florida via USPS or UPS with tracking. U.S. orders ship free over $99, while shipping for smaller orders are typically under $5. Express shipping is available. Taxes are applied at checkout based on your state.
Hassle Free Returns and Exchanges on US orders within 30 days. We'll provide a return shipping label for you, just contact us at info@blackbirdjewelry if you'd like to return or exchange an item.
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