The Earring In Sterling Silver 2.5 " (ers230)

The silver, gemstone, and pearl earrings of both antique and modern design have been handmade by the artisans of Jaipur in India. Earrings have a unique place among women in Indian society, though it is less known that it has functions well beyond that of fashion earring. Dangle earrings and pierced earrings provide their wearer the benefits of acupressure. Stud earring and hoop earring are also deeply connected with amorous play between lovers.

Silver earrings are supposed to have a cooling effect on the wearers metabolism, whereas those of gold are believed to heat up the body. Silver jewelry of India reflects an enormous array of techniques, patterns, motifs, as well as beliefs and practices of the micro-cultural regions to which they respectively belong. Flowers and foliage, fruits and berries, birds and animals commonly found in the surroundings of each region have been instrumental in providing design inspiration to the local silversmiths of India. The Shalincraft earring is shipped directly from India.