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Earrings Culture
148 items
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Holy Hamsa, 925 Sterling Silver Hamsa Dangle Earrings from Bali
Size: 1.4" H x 0.6" W x 0" D
Yus Swarmana
$35.99 Wholesale$39.99$35.99 -
Sibetan Woman, Bone Dangle Earrings of a Sibetan Woman from Bali
Size: 2.8" H x 0.9" W x 0.2" D
Made Wardika
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Sunset Dream, Handmade Carnelian and Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings
Length: 1.6" x 0.7" W x 0.2" D
Eka Devi
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Glorious Dreams, Gold-Plated Dream Catcher-Themed Agate Chandelier Earrings
Alejandra Aceves
$44.99 Wholesale$49.99$44.99 -
Balinese Guardian, Sterling Silver Barong Guardian Spirit Dangle Earrings
Length: 1.3" x 0.7" W x 0.3" D
Nyoman Rena
$130.49 Wholesale$144.99$130.49 -
Hamsa Hands, Hand Made Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings
Length: 1.6" x 0.7" W x 0" D
Yuniati
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Butterfly Catrina, Catrina Butterfly-Themed Decoupage on Glass Stud Earrings
Yareth and Daniel
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Patzun Family, Guatemalan Family-Themed Hand-Painted Wood Dangle Earrings
Meliza Tzay
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Butterfly Catrina, Decoupage on Glass Catrina Butterfly-Themed Dangle Earrings
Yareth and Daniel
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Bali Bubbles, Handmade Balinese Sterling Silver Drop Style Earrings
Length: 0.8" x 0.8" W x 0.3" D
Yuniati
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Catrina Glam, Taxco Silver Mexico Day of the Dead Catrina Dangle Earrings
Roy Nilson
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Eternal Story, Rainbow Moonstone and Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings
Length: 1.9" x 0.7" W x 0.2" D
Eka Devi
$44.99 Wholesale$49.99$44.99 -
Fire Princess, Fair Trade Red and Black Chandelier Earrings with Agate Gems
Alejandra Gallardo
$31.49 Wholesale$34.99$31.49 -
Black Diadems, Jali Style Silver Hoop Earrings with Black Onyx Gemstones
Neetu Barathi
$109.99 Wholesale$109.99 -
Infinite Songket, Cultural Sterling Silver Button Earrings from Bali
Size: 0.8" H x 0.8" W x 0.2" D
Dewa Arimbawa
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Cuzco Tenderness, Abstract Andean Family Blackened Silver Dangle Earrings
Quipac
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Red Wings, 2 Carats Garnet and Sterling Silver Balinese Earrings
Length: 1.8" x 0.7" W x 0.2" D
Wirabhuwana
$134.99 Wholesale$149.99$134.99 -
Enchanting Chakra, Crown Chakra-Shaped Faceted Amethyst Dangle Earrings
Bhavya Jain
$59.99 Wholesale$59.99 -
Scarlet Chakra, Root Chakra-Shaped Natural Garnet Dangle Earrings from India
Bhavya Jain
$59.99 Wholesale$59.99 -
Harmonious Chakra, Sacral Chakra-Shaped Natural Peridot Dangle Earrings
Bhavya Jain
$59.99 Wholesale$59.99 -
Wedding Bells, Sterling Silver and Cultured Pearl Jhumki Earrings
Length: 2.8" x 0.5" W
Alok Jain
$149.99 Wholesale$149.99 -
Joyous Hats, Traditional Hat-Themed Ceramic and Crystal Dangle Earrings
Juana Ponce
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Radiant Jhumki, Gold-Plated Jhumki Dome-Themed Dangle Earrings from India
Bhavya Jain
$264.99 Wholesale$264.99 -
Bali Pura, Temple Motif Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings
Length: 1.6" x 0.7" W x 0" D
Nyoman Ariawan
$71.99 Wholesale$79.99$71.99 -
Sunshine Chakra, Solar Plexus Chakra-Shaped Faceted Citrine Dangle Earrings
Bhavya Jain
$59.99 Wholesale$59.99 -
Jhumki Elegance, Gold Silver and Black-Hued Ceramic Jhumki Statement Earrings
Deepti Lav
$25.99 Wholesale$25.99 -
Communication Chakra, Throat Chakra-Shaped Faceted Blue Topaz Dangle Earrings
Bhavya Jain
$64.99 Wholesale$64.99 -
Fiery Chakra, Heart Chakra-Shaped Faceted Carnelian Dangle Earrings
Bhavya Jain
$59.99 Wholesale$59.99 -
Lagoon Princess, Folk Art Chandelier Earrings with Recon Turquoise Jewels
Alejandra Gallardo
$34.99 Wholesale$34.99 -
To the Afterlife, Handmade Day of The Dead 14k Gold-Accented Stud Earrings
Josefina and Cecilia
$29.99 Wholesale$29.99 -
Gems of Heritage, Folk Art-Themed Reconstituted Turquoise Chandelier Earrings
Bhavya Jain
$167.99 Wholesale$167.99 -
Deadly In Love, Romantic Day of the Dead Folk Art Skull Button Earrings
Angel Ortiz
$99.99 Wholesale$99.99 -
Jhumki Vibrancy, Hand-Painted Red and Gold Ceramic Jhumki Statement Earrings
Deepti Lav
$23.99 Wholesale$23.99 -
Stunning Skull, Decoupage on Glass Blue White Skull-Themed Dangle Earrings
Yareth and Daniel
$29.99 Wholesale$29.99 -
Godfather Skull, Day of the Dead Folk Art Godfather Button Earrings
Angel Ortiz
$99.99 Wholesale$99.99 -
Jhumki Flair, Jhumki-Style Hand-Painted Ceramic Statement Dangle Earrings
Deepti Lav
$23.99 Wholesale$23.99 -
Crimson Empress, Maya-Inspired Red Agate Dangle Earrings with Gold Accents
Alejandra Gallardo
$31.49 Wholesale$34.99$31.49 -
Stunning Skull, Skull-Themed Blue and White Decoupage on Glass Stud Earrings
Yareth and Daniel
$29.99 Wholesale$29.99 -
To Eternity, Handmade Day of The Dead 14k Gold-Accented Dangle Earrings
Josefina and Cecilia
$57.99 Wholesale$57.99 -
Day of The Dead Mariachi, Taxco Silver Mariachi Day of the Dead Themed Dangle Earrings
Roy Nilson
$259.99 Wholesale$259.99 -
Shield of Daisies, Rainbow Moonstone and Sterling Silver Floral Dangle Earrings
Length: 1.9" x 0.8" W x 0.2" D
Eka Devi
$44.99 Wholesale$49.99$44.99 -
Mayan Essence, Maya-Themed Eco-Friendly Reclaimed Wood Carved Earrings
Julio Molina
$59.99 Wholesale$59.99 -
Miquiztli, Sterling Silver Aztec God of Death Drop Earrings
Length: 1.4" x 0.7" W x 0.1" D
Rosa Rojo
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Majestic Jhumki, Temple-Shaped Jhumki Silver Dangle Earrings from India
Bhavya Jain
$149.99 Wholesale$149.99
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Absolutely! Jewelry is an art form that allows makers to express their individuality and cultural influences, and certain designs are used to represent important symbols. For example, Central American artisans incorporate traditional figures, glyphs, and pre-Hispanic folklore. In Mexico, the famous work of artists Angel Ortiz, Maria Belen Nilson, and Rosa Rojo highlight the beauty of Aztec, Mayan and Teotihuacan civilizations. In Peru, powerful symbols, like the Andean chakana, are used to represent humanitys union with the cosmos. Indian artists are extremely tied to their faith and spirituality. Earring designs include chakra gemstones, motifs of Lord Ganesha, and other spiritual imagery. In Bali, the Om symbol is prevalent, as well as the mythological panther-like Barong image, which is seen as a protector spirit. Designs pulled from the natural world, like animal figures, feathers, plants, as well as stones, are used in almost every culture, which then infuses them with their own particular meanings.
Yes! We offer a wide selection of earrings that are made from eco-friendly materials. Cow bone, water buffalo horn, fabric, recycled paper, wood, palm leaf and coconut shells, just to name a few. Product descriptions always list materials used, so be sure to read about each product to discover how artisans are working to ensure sustainability and environmental consciousness.
There is no best when it comes to handmade earrings. However, certain materials lend themselves well to jewelry. Silver and gold, for example, are frequently used to make earrings because of their luster and shine. Each region puts its own unique touch on the art of earring-making. Most use some combination of silver, gold, gemstones, wooden or glass beads, and bones. Some regions, like West Africa, have found ways to introduce up-cycling into the jewelry-making process. Recycled plastic and paper beads, as well as coconut shells are commonly integrated into beautiful works of earring art. Whatever materials used, quality and safety are always our top priorities. Each pair of earrings is tested to ensure its safety. If you do have sensitive skin, you may consider rhodium plated earrings, as rhodium is completely hypoallergenic. You can always find all relevant information about materials in the product description.
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.
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
Candis
Mar 3, 2019
Elegant and beautifully crafted
These earrings are elegant and beautifully crafted. Lighter weight than I expected which makes them comfortable to wear. Among my favorite of many Novica pieces I cherish.
Great timeless earrings
Lightweight and simple modern design -- these earrings remind me of asterisks. I received compliments on them from a complete stranger the first time I wore them.
Cheryl
Mar 18, 2023
Freda kalo
These are unique earrings. Always getting compliments.the wood picture frames and Freda make them pop
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Ana Luisa Zavala Handcrafted earrings
"I believe my designs help show the richness of our Mexican culture and share this with the rest of the world."
"I consider myself to be a woman in love with Mexican handicrafts in all their forms. I was born in the state of Guanajuato and I'm a jewelry... read more
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