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+ - What is the history of women’s earrings?

While modern shapes and patterns may be new, earrings have actually been in existence for more than 7,000 years. In ancient cultures throughout Asia and Northern Africa, these pieces were traditionally worn by the wealthy elite who relied on accoutrements to communicate their status and position in society. In the Mesoamerican region of what is now Central America, earrings had religious significance and were worn by both men and women to honor pre-Hispanic deities. In ancient Peru, leaders adorned themselves in ceremonial garb, including earrings, which may have been used to indicate rank, function, religious codes, as well as emblems of power and prestige. Throughout history, earrings have been markers of social position and identity. While we may forget that this tremendous history lies behind a pair of modern earrings, global artisans work to keep ancient traditions alive.

+ - Are there any traditional methods for making women’s earrings?

Attention to detail, patience and expert craftsmanship are the essential ingredients that go into every pair of traditional earrings. Whether the style involves hand-beading, copal wood carving, metal work, fabric or filigree, processes often date back generations, and are handed down through families and artisan communities. One of the oldest methods of earring-making is jewelry casting. It is an art form that has been in existence for thousands of years. From the time that ancient civilizations learned to melt metal, they have been pouring molten gold and silver into cavities of stone, plaster, sand, and cuttlefish bone. Once hardened, castings were then broken free from their encasings and tooled into shape. While much has changed since these primitive forays, much remains the same. Around the world, artisans still use metal casting as an important process in jewelry making. Many cultures also make use of metal threads in their jewelry. Silver alloy, for example, is made in sheets or fine threads using a range of tools. Filigree, a delicate and beautiful art form, uses a process of weaving thin metal threads into a particular pattern or design. Regardless of the method of production, each pair of traditional earrings reflects the artisan's unique vision combined with processes passed down through generations.

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Sterling silver dangle earrings, 'Puppy Hearts'

Kathy

Jan 24, 2017

Paw Print Earrings

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Loved the idea that the dog paw prints are in the heart. These quality earrings are a go-to favorite now.

Casual Heart Shaped Dangle Earrings

Paw Print Earrings!!

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Animal Themed Jewellery

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Heart Jewellery

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Sterling silver stud earrings, 'Westie'

Ronnie

Mar 6, 2019

Adorable !

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I bought this for my sisters birthday. She has a little dog that looks just like these earrings. I know she will love them! So cute!

Adorable Earirngs

Gifts For Dog Lovers

Gifts For Girls

Girly Earrings!!

Sterling Silver Jewellery

Silver Jewellery

No Stone Jewellery

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Blue topaz dangle earrings, 'Baby Paws'

Heather

Mar 31, 2019

What little beauties!

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Beautifully crafted earrings with sky blue sparkle. Love the puppy paws surrounding the topaz stone, and the unique way the stone attaches to the wire. Terrific quality!

Gifts That Support Animals

Paw Print Earrings

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Sterling Silver Jewellery

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Bali Animal Welfare Association

Bali Animal Welfare Association Handcrafted sterling silver and gemstone jewellery

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The Bali Animal Welfare Association was founded in 2007 to rescue sick, injured and abandoned animals from the streets and beaches of Bali, heal them and find them loving homes

The Bali Animal Welfare Association is a non-profit organisation that works to save, protect and improve the lives of all animals in Bali and beyond.... read more

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