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The Village Council

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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

Garnet dangle earrings, 'Cross Pattee'

Joanie

Apr 2, 2020

My new favorite earrings.

I absolutely love these earrings. They are beautiful and so well made. I try to match my earrings with what I'm wearing color wise so unless I'm wearing red I wear other earrings I have purchased from u guys but then I miss wearing these beautiful earrings.

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Sterling silver dangle earrings, 'Bamboo Cross'

Ann

Nov 19, 2019

Love, love, love these earrings!!!

I love that they are crosses so I can show my faith but I also love the size and the design and texture on the silver. These are just so pretty and would make a perfect gift for anyone.

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Sterling silver dangle earrings, 'Faithful Cross'

BrightSun

Feb 20, 2017

A beautiful expression being worn by my friend.

My friend told me long before Christmas that she has always wanted cross dangle earrings. Novica is the first place I look for gifts. And these are so beautiful on her. They are small, around 5 /8 inch or so and when she wears them, they pick up the colors of her clothes. She absolutely loves them, and so do I. Aoy, thank you for making these beautiful earrings. Her faith is deep and you have helped her to express her faith.

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Yuniati Sterling silver and gemstone jewelry

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"My designs are inspired by the shape of plants and animals, and most especially, by Balinese art and culture."

Yuniati is a Balinese woman who married a silversmith from Celuk, which is known for its legacy of gold and silver jewelry. Little by little, I... read more