Explore NOVICA’s Sterling Silver Earrings Collection, showcasing the finest traditional and contemporary silverwork from global artisans. You'll delight in your discoveries.
Absolutely! Jewelry is an art form that allows makers to express their individuality and cultural influences, and certain designs are used to represent important symbols. For example, Central American artisans incorporate traditional figures, glyphs, and pre-Hispanic folklore. In Mexico, the famous work of artists Angel Ortiz, Maria Belen Nilson, and Rosa Rojo highlight the beauty of Aztec, Mayan and Teotihuacan civilizations. In Peru, powerful symbols, like the Andean chakana, are used to represent humanitys union with the cosmos. Indian artists are extremely tied to their faith and spirituality. Earring designs include chakra gemstones, motifs of Lord Ganesha, and other spiritual imagery. In Bali, the Om symbol is prevalent, as well as the mythological panther-like Barong image, which is seen as a protector spirit. Designs pulled from the natural world, like animal figures, feathers, plants, as well as stones, are used in almost every culture, which then infuses them with their own particular meanings.
Yes! We offer a wide selection of earrings that are made from eco-friendly materials. Cow bone, water buffalo horn, fabric, recycled paper, wood, palm leaf and coconut shells, just to name a few. Product descriptions always list materials used, so be sure to read about each product to discover how artisans are working to ensure sustainability and environmental consciousness.
There is no best when it comes to handmade earrings. However, certain materials lend themselves well to jewelry. Silver and gold, for example, are frequently used to make earrings because of their luster and shine. Each region puts its own unique touch on the art of earring-making. Most use some combination of silver, gold, gemstones, wooden or glass beads, and bones. Some regions, like West Africa, have found ways to introduce up-cycling into the jewelry-making process. Recycled plastic and paper beads, as well as coconut shells are commonly integrated into beautiful works of earring art. Whatever materials used, quality and safety are always our top priorities. Each pair of earrings is tested to ensure its safety. If you do have sensitive skin, you may consider rhodium plated earrings, as rhodium is completely hypoallergenic. You can always find all relevant information about materials in the product description.
These sterling silver beauties are so light I forget I have earrings on. They can be dressed up or down. The craftsmanship is meticulous, and the tiny pearl, or bead, in the center adds a focal point. They make the point "all things in nature cyclical." I wear these earrings all the time. I absolutely love them!
These earrings are beautiful to look at, light in weight and nicely crafted to just the right size for me. They arrived gently packed, each earring in its own little plastic bag so as not to get tangled. What a great idea! I am well-pleased.
The black jade hearts are highly polished and very nice quality. I like the fact that the ear wires hook in the back, so you don't have to use rubber backs to secure them--a really nice feature. I have to wear a lot of black for work as part of my uniform, so I know I'm going to get lots of wear out of these. Thank you so much for these lovely earrings!
"Collecting jewelry and gemstones has been my passion ever since childhood."
The artistry of Neeru Goel has been featured in Depth magazine.
"Hi! My name is Neeru Goel and I was born on September 19, 1960. I spent most of my childhood in Kolkata, a metropolis in West Bengal. Collecting... read more
Ear piercing is one of the oldest known forms of body modification, as evidenced by cave drawings of decorative earrings in ancient Persia. Today, you are likely to find more women with pierced ears than not. Whether set with colorful gemstones, bathed in gold or unadorned with other elements, sterling silver earrings for women are a must-have for every jewelry buff. NOVICA’s collection of handmade earrings includes styles like classic hoops, seductive waterfalls, and chandelier earrings, among many others. Especially lovely are our sterling silver knot earrings featuring clusters of pearls and other intriguing stones from India and the Indonesian islands of Bali and Java. Find stunning sterling silver garnet earrings on posts and wires as well as a varied selection of clip-on earrings. Meticulously handcrafted by expert artisans and jewelry designers, each pair of earrings in this collection is authentic in style and quality.
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