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Earrings Cross
52 items
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Leafy Cross, Sterling Silver Cross and Ivy Dangle Earrings from India
Bhavya Jain
£45.81 Wholesale£45.81 -
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Heavenly Purple, Polished Cross-Themed Amethyst Dangle Earrings from Bali
Nyoman Rena
£50.90 Wholesale£50.90 -
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Melati Cross, Handcrafted Floral Silver Cross Shaped Earrings from Bali
Made Sudiari
£96.72 Wholesale£96.72 -
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Faithful Blessing, 22k Gold-Plated Sterling Silver Cross Dangle Earrings
Bhavya Jain
£78.39 Wholesale£78.39 -
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Celtic Cross, Sterling Silver Religious Dangle Earrings
Wadarat Supasirisuk
£146.61 Wholesale£146.61 -
Triumph Cross, High-Polished 22k Gold-Plated Cross Dangle Earrings
Ayu Puspita
£82.46 Wholesale£82.46 -
Balance Cross, Cross-Themed Modern Sterling Silver Half-Hoop Earrings
Nyoman Rena
£54.97 Wholesale£54.97 -
Cross of Heaven, Blue Topaz Sterling Silver Cross Dangle Earrings from Bali
Komang Wijayana
£109.95 Wholesale£109.95 -
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Faithful Dazzle, Sterling Silver Cross Dangle Earrings from India
Bhavya Jain
£45.81 Wholesale£45.81 -
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Ocean Cross, Cross-Shaped Sterling Silver Blue Topaz Dangle Earrings
Komang Wijayana
£73.30 Wholesale£73.30 -
Cross of Heaven in Purple, Sterling Silver Cross Dangle Earrings with Amethyst Stones
Komang Wijayana
£109.95 Wholesale£109.95 -
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Profound Belief, Sterling Silver Threader Earrings with Cross Motif
Shawn Martin
£24.43 Wholesale£24.43 -
Celebrated Cross, Garnet and Sterling Silver Cross Dangle Earrings
Alok Jain
£109.95 Wholesale£109.95 -
Heavenly Design, Cultured Pearl Cross Dangle Earrings from Bali
Asmara Putra
£41.04 Wholesale£45.81£41.04 -
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Woven Crosses, Sterling Silver Celtic Knot Cross Earrings from Thailand
Lalana
£36.64 Wholesale£36.64 -
Blooms and Crosses, Fair Trade Sterling Silver Religious Dangle Earrings
Wadarat Supasirisuk
£50.90 Wholesale£50.90 -
Sweeping Faith, Modern Cross Sterling Silver Button Earrings from Guatemala
Nicte Migliozzi
£44.79 Wholesale£44.79 -
Cross Wrap, Sterling Silver Wrap Cross Stud Earrings Crafted in Thailand
Lalana
£26.46 Wholesale£26.46 -
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Innocence Cross, Cross Dangle Earrings with Grey and White Cultured Pearls
Buana
£69.79 Wholesale£78.39£69.79 -
Soft and Sweet, Amethyst and Rose Quartz Earrings with Cross Motif
Shivani Choudhary
£119.12 Wholesale£119.12 -
Cross of Heaven in Yellow, Sterling Silver Cross Dangle Earrings with Citrine Stones
Komang Wijayana
£109.95 Wholesale£109.95 -
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Cross Pattee, Handcrafted Balinese Silver Cross Earrings with Garnet
Wayan Asmana
£54.97 Wholesale£54.97 -
Chain of Purity, Hand Crafted Sterling Silver Cross Threader Earrings
Pichaya
£27.48 Wholesale£27.48 -
Knotted Cross, Hand Crafted Thai Sterling Silver Cross Dangle Earrings
Wadarat Supasirisuk
£52.93 Wholesale£52.93 -
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Andean Trilogy Chakana, Onyx Chakana Cross Dangle Earrings from Peru
Bertha Vera
£100.79 Wholesale£100.79 -
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Harmonious Faith, 14k Gold-Accented Hummingbird Cross Button Earrings
Josefina and Cecilia
£27.48 Wholesale£27.48 -
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Celtic Hope, Sterling Silver Celtic Dangle Earrings with Crosses
Made Wardika
£36.64 Wholesale£36.64 -
Faith in Change, 14k Gold-Accented Dragonfly-Themed Howlite Button Earrings
Josefina and Cecilia
£35.63 Wholesale£35.63 -
Bamboo Cross, Sterling Silver Balinese Bamboo Motif Cross Earrings
Nyoman Ariawan
£71.26 Wholesale£71.26 -
Sacred Pearl, 24k Gold-Plated Cultured Pearl Cross Statement Earrings
Ali Guzman
£139.58 Wholesale£155.77£139.58 -
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Faith Essence, Cream-Toned Baroque Cultured Pearl Dangle Earrings
Adriana Golcher
£32.84 Wholesale£36.64£32.84 -
Oaxaca Spirits, Polished Religious Sterling Silver Chandelier Earrings
Pacheco Gold and Silversmiths
£100.79 Wholesale£100.79 -
Faith in Change, 14k Gold-Accented Dragonfly-Themed Howlite Dangle Earrings
Josefina and Cecilia
£54.97 Wholesale£54.97
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
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.
Kathleen
Apr 9, 2020
Perfect for Easter
Excellent silver-work. Love wearing these understated yet clear affirmation of faith. Great piece to offset other silver pieces purchased from Novica?s artisans
Constance
May 1, 2023
Beautiful and unique cross earrings
These beautiful silver earrings depict an abstract Jesus on the cross. Even the cross is a unique design, showing a rugged shape, which is probably more real than a perfect cross shape. I love them! They're not too big, but not too small. The amethyst gems at the top also represent a regal king despite the circumstances of Jesus' horrific death, reminding us what came afterward!
Featured Artist
Yuniati Sterling silver and gemstone jewelry
"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
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