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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.

Featured Reviews

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Pearl and garnet cluster earrings, 'Thai Joy'

Patricia R.

Sep 18, 2017

Matches the necklance and bracelet perfectly!

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After receiving a gift card for Novica, I purchased the Peony Romance necklace and bracelet, and was very happy with them, but didn't have any earrings that would go with them. As the earrings are called Thai Joy, it took me a little while to find them, but they match the other pieces perfectly! Very happy with the quality and the look of these. They are very unusual, colorful and pretty. Some may feel they are a bit "old fashioned" rather than sleek and modern, but if you like this type of jewelry, I would definitely recommend!!

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Multi-gemstone gold accented earrings, 'Graceful Peacock'

Amanda

Nov 12, 2022

Just get them!

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I debated getting these for a long time. I'm glad that I talked myself into it. I was worried that they would be too big, but they aren't. They are substantial, but not heavy. The detail is clear. The stones are richly colored and bright. And I love they are on decorated ear wires instead of generic ones.

Peacock Feathers Earrings

Dangle Jewellery

Sterling Silver Jewellery

Silver Jewellery

Gold Accent Jewellery

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Citrine Jewellery

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Pearl and peridot earrings, 'Verdant Light'

CHERYL

Feb 16, 2020

Beautiful!

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Love the delicate design, the clarity of the stones, the glow of the pearls - it's just a gorgeous pair of earrings!

Light Weighted Pearl Earrings

Pearl And Peridot Jewelry

Real Pearl Jewelry

Sterling Silver

Stylish Earrings

Dangle Jewellery

Sterling Silver Jewellery

Silver Jewellery

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Neeru Goel Sterling silver and gemstone jewelry

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"Collecting jewelry and gemstones has been my passion ever since childhood."

The artistry of Neeru Goel has been featured in Depth magazine.

"Hi! My name is Neeru Goel and I was born on September 19, 1960. I spent most of my childhood in Kolkata, a metropolis in West Bengal. Collecting... read more

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