18kt yellow gold Vintage aqua bead "Bug Cluster" drops by Ted Muehling. Muehling is an American designer who has specialized in nature-inspired jewelry and decorative objects since 1976. His work is characterized by an artisanal approach that abstracts organic forms like seeds, wings, and shells into minimal, elegant pieces. As of 2026, his primary retail space & design studio are in Tribeca, NYC. Items are usually stamped “T. MUEHLING”.