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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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Cultured pearl dangle earrings, 'Moonlit Paws'

Jp

Oct 24, 2019

Happy ? heart

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These earrings are near & dear to my heart. I have a beloved cat and love all animals large and small. The earrings are beautiful with a great presence.

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Amethyst dangle earrings, 'Purple Paws'

Patricia

Jan 3, 2021

Lovely and fun .

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Lovely color . Dog paw prints - fun - special ( my daughter has a long time family boxer .) Thease were a birthday gift . She liked them very much .

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Sterling silver stud earrings, 'Fox Lover'

Christina

Feb 22, 2019

Very cute

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These are really cute earrings. They are a bit smaller then I thought. The measurements are in the description so I can't really complain. Sometimes it is a bit difficult to visualize the actually size. I like the origami stye of the silver.

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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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