Wholesale Precious Meatls Botanical Rusco Leaf Statement Brooch

Hand-cast single Rusco leaf statement brooch, plated in your choice of 24K gold, .925 silver, or copper for a refined, nature-inspired accent. Behind our studio grows a remarkable plant known locally as the Rusco tree. Each leaf is hand-picked depending on the piece we’re creating. Their natural differences are what make them so captivating—and what makes every piece we create truly one of a kind. Back in the studio, each leaf is gently cleaned and prepared. A delicate conductive wax is brushed onto its surface so that the leaf—still carrying every fine vein and texture—can receive metal. It is then submerged in a copper electroplating bath, where a fine layer of copper slowly forms around the leaf. This process preserves the organic form of the leaf while giving it a strong metallic foundation. Once this transformation is complete, the leaf is plated in luminous 24-karat gold or .925 sterling silver, turning a fleeting element of nature into a lasting work of art. The leaves are then carefully assembled into their final form. Each connection is soldered by hand, and the piece receives a final plating that creates a seamless finish, before being sealed and polished. Throughout every step, skilled artisans work slowly and by hand, honoring both the material and the craft. As proud members of the Fair Trade Federation, we believe that beauty should be created with integrity—ensuring fair wages, respectful working conditions, and craftsmanship that is valued and preserved. What begins as a single leaf from our Rusco tree becomes a unique piece of jewelry: nature captured in precious metal, shaped by human hands, and created with care, fairness, and intention. No two leaves are the same. Belart & Fairtrade: Belart’s fair trade jewelry is handcrafted from sustainable materials like Tagua seeds, Iraca palm fiber, and upcycled wood. As a Fair Trade Federation member, we preserve traditions, support artisans, and ensure our pieces are toxin-free.