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Earrings Skull
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Trunyan Skulls, Handcrafted Bone Skull Dangle Earrings from Bali
Made Wardika
£41.73 Wholesale£41.73 -
Trunyan Skulls, Skull-Shaped Bone Stud Earrings Crafted in Bali
Made Wardika
£27.48 Wholesale£27.48 -
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Faces of Trunyan, Hand-Carved Skull Bone Stud Earrings from Bali
Made Wardika
£26.46 Wholesale£26.46 -
Eternal Owl, Owl and Skull-Themed Sterling Silver Button Earrings
Ego Agusnata
£45.81 Wholesale£45.81 -
Shield of The Brave, Sterling Silver Skull Dangle Earrings from Bali
Made Wardika
£50.90 Wholesale£50.90 -
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Skull Kingdom, Gold Plated Sterling Silver Skull Earrings from Bali
Asmara Putra
£50.90 Wholesale£50.90 -
Deadly Love, Skull Earrings in Taxco Sterling Silver
Oscar Figueroa Escorcia
£98.75 Wholesale£98.75 -
To the Afterlife, Handmade Day of The Dead 14k Gold-Accented Stud Earrings
Josefina and Cecilia
£27.48 Wholesale£27.48 -
Transmutation, Taxco Skull Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings from Mexico
Oscar Figueroa Escorcia
£64.13 Wholesale£64.13 -
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Skull and Crossbones, Skull and Crossbones Sterling Silver Stud Earrings from Bali
Anya
£44.79 Wholesale£44.79 -
Cross Bone Sparkle, Gold Accented Swarovski Crystal Beaded Dangle Earrings
Alejandra Aceves
£27.48 Wholesale£27.48 -
Catrina Kahlo, Catrina Frida Themed Sterling Silver Button Earrings
Oscar Figueroa Escorcia
£107.92 Wholesale£107.92 -
Catrina Splendor, Taxco 925 Silver Day of the Dead Catrina Dangle Earrings
Roy Nilson
£365.51 Wholesale£365.51 -
Transmutation, Taxco Skull Turquoise and Pearl Dangle Earrings from Mexico
Oscar Figueroa Escorcia
£57.47 Wholesale£64.13£57.47 -
To Eternity, Handmade Day of The Dead 14k Gold-Accented Dangle Earrings
Josefina and Cecilia
£52.93 Wholesale£52.93 -
The Village Council
Your answers straight from the village experts
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
Beautifully made and a pleasure to wear
The gold skull earrings are smaller than expected but are delightful! Very shiny and a beautiful deep gold colour. The small size means people notice the fine gold colour and then are surprised by the skulls! I love that. The skulls are carved with great attention to detail & better looking than in the photo. Asmara Putra is a true artist.
Perfect Calaveras
I love the bright colors and the jewels.. They are very unique and make me proud of my Mexican heritage. They draw attention immediately to my ears. Sure to receive tons of compliments.
My daughter loved this
Another amazing gift from Novica. I got them for my daughter for Christmas and she was thrilled with them.
Featured Artist
Made Wardika Carved bone and leather jewelry
"My designs are inspired by the rich cultures and art of Bali traditions."
Latest Update“I joined Novica in 2015. Thanks to Novica, I have been able to provide financial comfort to my family. I can make ends meet for them and... read more
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