You know that moment when you've spent ages putting on your favourite earrings, only to discover that one of the tiny little backs has apparently decided it would rather pursue a career in international espionage?
Yes. Those tiny things matter.
These are a pair of Sterling Silver butterfly earring backs, also known as earring scrolls or friction backs, designed to sit securely on compatible 0.80mm earring posts. They are made from 100% recycled Sterling Silver, so they're doing the useful little job of keeping your earrings safely where they belong while also giving some lovely recycled precious metal a second life.
The design features a neat rounded shape with two curled sections, giving the familiar butterfly-back appearance. The friction-back mechanism provides a secure fit while still allowing the scroll to be pushed on and removed relatively easily when you actually want to take your earrings off — which is, frankly, how all good relationships should work.
They are supplied as one pair, so you receive two Silver earring backs: one for each ear. They are ideal as replacement earring backs if one of your originals has disappeared into the mysterious dimension where hair grips, single socks and teaspoons apparently go to die.
Made for 0.80mm Sterling Silver Ear Pins
The internal hole diameter is 0.80mm, making these butterfly backs suitable for compatible 0.80mm Sterling Silver earring pins. Please check the diameter of your existing earring posts before ordering, because earring backs are very small things and we don't want to embark upon an ill-fated relationship based entirely on optimism.
These are particularly useful if you've lost an earring back, want a spare pair for your jewellery box or simply prefer the feel of Sterling Silver butterfly backs rather than cheaper base-metal alternatives.
And because they're made from 100% recycled Silver, you're getting genuine precious metal while making use of Silver that has already had a previous life. The recycled Silver retains the same material quality as Sterling Silver made from newly mined material; it's simply had a rather more interesting journey.
Why Are They Called Butterfly Backs?
Look closely, and the answer is fairly obvious. The two little scrolled sections resemble wings, hence butterfly backs.
They are also commonly called scrolls, earring scrolls, butterfly scrolls, friction backs or earring stoppers. So if you've been frantically searching Google for "those tiny Silver things that go on the back of earrings", congratulations: you've arrived.
Their job is simple but important — they help hold your stud earrings securely against your ear so your jewellery stays where you put it.
Because sometimes the smallest pieces of jewellery are the ones doing all the heavy lifting.
Product Details
Material: Sterling Silver
Composition: 100% Recycled Silver
Style: Butterfly Back / Earring Scroll / Friction Back
Internal Hole Diameter: 0.80mm
Quantity: 1 Pair / 2 Earring Backs
Suitable For: Compatible with 0.80mm Sterling Silver Earring Pins
Design: Rounded with two scrolled sections
Use: Replacement or spare earring backs
Jewellery Care – Looking After Your Silver Butterfly Backs
Sterling Silver can naturally tarnish over time when exposed to air, moisture and chemicals. This is completely normal and doesn't mean your Silver has suddenly developed an attitude problem.
Keep your spare earring backs somewhere clean and dry when they're not in use, preferably in a small jewellery box, pouch or airtight jewellery bag. Try to keep them away from perfume, hairspray, creams, chlorine and household cleaning products.
If they become tarnished, a soft Silver polishing cloth can be used gently to restore their shine. Given their tiny size, I would strongly recommend doing this somewhere sensible rather than over a sink. We have already established that tiny jewellery enjoys escaping.
Shipping: The Glamorous World of Parcel Patience
Yes, darlings, I dispatch as soon as my little hands can package your treasure — but remember, I'm a boutique, not Bezos. If I have your piece to hand, it will be dispatched the same day, but the vast majority comes to me first from my wondrous Silver and Goldsmiths on order.
UK Shipping: Expect your sparkles in 5–7 working days. Think of it as foreplay for the soul.
International Shipping: Anywhere from 5 to 30 working days, depending on customs, the mood of your postal service, and whether Mercury is in retrograde.
Customs Policy
Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or the shipping charges. These charges are the buyer's responsibility.
Please check with your local customs authority to determine these additional costs prior to purchasing if you are not in the UK. These charges are normally collected by the delivering freight or shipping company, or when you pick up the item.
If you are in the USA, please drop me a message before ordering.
ORDER CANCELLATION OR REFUNDS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED DUE TO UNPAID CUSTOMS DUTIES BY THE BUYER.
Please don't hesitate to contact me if you require any further information about these 100% recycled Sterling Silver butterfly earring backs, including compatibility with your existing earring posts. I'm always happy to help.
