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Your answers straight from the village experts

+ - 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

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Onyx waterfall earrings, 'Bali Raindrops'

Carolee Meek

Feb 11, 2019

BEAUTIFUL AND VERY AFFORDABLE!

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I truly love this pair of earrings. The length is perfect, they dangle beautifully and I have received several compliments when wearing them. I greatly appreciate the sellers who take the time to incorporate a photo of their earrings with the model wearing their design. It really is a great service in aiding the decision of how they might look on one's self.

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Peridot dangle earrings, 'Gianyar Dangle'

Tara

Aug 23, 2021

Just beautiful!

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These earrings were a gift for my mother-in-law whose birthday is in August. They’re absolutely gorgeous! I would love to see them made with other gemstones as well as the beautiful peridot. My mother-in-law really liked the earrings.

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Onyx and labradorite dangle earrings, 'Midnight Tears'

Tammy

Oct 11, 2021

Substantial Size and Quality

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These are stunners. People will notice them and compliment you. These can be used to dress up ,as well as wear with a casual outfit.

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Buana Handmade jewellery

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"Since joining you in 2006, a lot has changed in my life. I now own a house… and this has been completely life-changing. One thing I can do to repay this is to give you my very best work."

Update (May, 2019)My name is I Wayan Buana. I was born in Sukawati, Bali in 1974. My father was a civil servant while my mother was a food seller. I'm... read more

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