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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

Sterling silver dangle earrings, 'Filigree Kitten'

Jane

Jun 16, 2016

Fun!

I love kitties, but can't have one of my own. These are darling earrings that any cat lover would enjoy wearing. I like the unique design, high quality workmanship, and the fact that they are light weight.

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Jade dangle earrings, 'Cats of Love in Dark Green'

JANELLE

Aug 5, 2020

Made my Day!

I just received these and I absolutely love them! Well made and so cute. Quality materials. Exactly as pictured.

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Sterling silver dangle earrings, 'Feline Fantasy'

Joann

Jun 16, 2016

Exquisite

The detail on these earrings is amazing. Plus, they're just the right size and weight. Not too small, not too big, and not too heavy.

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Featured Artist

Jantana Sterling silver jewellery

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"Now that our parents have retired, they have more time to visit us. They are so happy that we are carrying on their silver jewellery tradition!"

"My dream is to one day have a jewellery workshop and produce my own designs. My parents are jewellers and created made to order jewellery in our... read more