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The Village Council

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.

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Lilac jade dangle earrings, 'Power of Life'

Arlene

May 24, 2021

Bought these for my future daughter in law

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This was a gift to a very special woman, who will soon be a new family member. The delicate symmetry is further enhanced by the sheer beauty of the lilac jade. Your artistry is amazing and the gift was well received. Thank you again Sandra for sharing your amazing talent with us.

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Sterling silver dangle earrings, 'Forever Linked'

Antonia

Jun 8, 2017

Stunning

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These earrings are absolutely stunning without being garish. They are deceptively simple and so very lovely. They have a graceful flowing movement when I move my head that I wasn't expecting. The pictures on the website don't do them justice. Wearing them will get notice. If you're leaning towards buying them, I highly encourage you to. I paid a little extra for the faster delivery and it was well worth it. It didn't cost much extra and I received them in a matter of days.

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Turquoise drop earrings, 'Aztec Star'

Nan

Oct 8, 2019

So cheery

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I absolutely love these earrings. I live in a sunny climate and the design is so sunny and cheerful. Turquoise is my favorite stone. I may not take them off!

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Shanker Sterling silver and gemstone jewellery

(1425)

"I started designing and crafting sterling silver jewellery and slowly, with the help of family and friends, I was able to establish myself in the field."

Hello, my name is Shanker and I come from a farming background. I studied up to 10th grade and, as a family tradition, I was expected to work along... read more

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