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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

Cultured pearl dangle earrings, 'Snake Charms'

Kevin

Jan 9, 2020

Craftmenship and quality is amazing

I had bought earrings for my wife as one of her Hanukkah gifts. She loves snakes and has been wanting pearls for some time now. When I found these here I knew I had to buy them for my wife. When she had opened the gift box, she was just amazed and delighted by the care, craftsmanship, beauty of these earrings. Now they are her go to everyday wear earrings and gets complemented on the earrings all the time. She tells people I bought them and I tell people to go to Novica. We can't say enough on how wonderful this cardigan is.

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Sterling silver dangle earrings, 'Burning Skull'

Amy

May 16, 2023

Uniquely lovely

These are very cool earrings, they are well-made and a good size. I like the combination of the pyramid stud and the skull. The only downside is that they are kind of heavy. I had to get some earring backs that have the clear plastic disk around the metal back to provide more support. Other than that, they are great.

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Garnet and bone dangle earrings, 'Brown Bats'

Linda

Jan 31, 2025

Cutest earrings!

I bought these for myself because I absolutely adore bats, and wasn't disappointed! They're detailed, beautiful, and just so cute. The very first day that I got them, I put them in and wore them to the grocery store. The young cashier commented on them, saying how much she liked them, and I told her all about them and wrote down the Novica website for her because she was interested in checking out the things available on it. She was so impressed that it features handmade pieces from real artisans around the world.

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Made Wardika Carved bone and leather jewelry

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"My designs are inspired by the rich cultures and art of Bali traditions."

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