Life at Port Arthur was tough for regular convicts. But few people know, it got even tougher. For the worst or unlucky offenders, they were sent to the nearby mines, up to 300 ft underground to dig for coal to provide fuel for the colony. The conditions were harsh, dark and damp with repeat offenders being confined to solitary cells within the mine. When the site was eventually abandoned, nature reclaimed the site and its buildings. Ruins and coal shale on the beach are all that remains of this dark chapter in Tasmanian history.

• Handmade in Tasmania's beautiful Meander Valley
• Our original photograph of coal on the beach was taken at the historic coal mines near Port Arthur, Tasmania (Australia)
• Earrings are made from glass set into stainless steel. The hooks are solid recycled silver, which are excellent for sensitive ears
• Earring size: 14mm
• Comes with a gift bag
• We also have other matching pieces in this Coal On The Beach design to create a lovely set, or if you prefer a different style.

We have carefully sealed the front and back of the image to ensure that it is water resistant. It will be OK if you get caught in the rain, but please avoid submerging it when swimming or bathing. Regular cleaning with a silver cloth will keep the ear-wires nice and shiny.

• Each item is handmade to order. Please allow up to 6 business days for your pieces to be made before they are posted.
• Please note there may extended transit times due to Covid-19.
• A tracking number will be sent once your order is posted.
• We use reclaimed bubble wrap and biodegradable cardboard boxes for packaging.
• We are happy to send packages all over the world!
• Click here for more information about our postage rates

• We can also post directly to your loved one! Simply provide their details at the checkout under "Shipping Address."
• A short message from you can be written on a Myrtle & Me gift tag. This can be requested by letting us know what you would like to say in the notes section at checkout.
• A message can also be written in one of our greeting cards. Simply add one to the cart and then add your message in the notes section.
• Price stickers or receipts are never included in the package. Invoices will be emailed directly to you.

• Would you like to help reforest areas around the world by planting a tree with your order? If so, click HERE for more information.
• Myrtle & Me donates a portion of each sale to environmental causes via One Percent For The Planet.