These intricate silver filigree earrings were handmade in Oaxaca, Mexico, and were made by an artisan I was introduced to there named, Cesar. Work in filigree is verytraditional to this part of Mexico andwas brought to Mexico by the Spanish after the conquest. Cesar takes silverthreads and coils them into intricate designs. Accessorieslike these silver filigree earrings by Cesar werefavorites of Frida Kahlo, the famous surrealist painter, and often part of hertraditional Tehuana attire which is from a region in the state of Oaxaca.

• 2.5” L x 1” W
• Latch hook pierced backs
• Sterling Silver (oxidized which makes it look darker) and filigree work, Pearls, soft purple-colored crystal
• Scale image of same earring withdifferent crystal color
• Handcrafted by Cesar in Oaxaca City, Mexico

** Of the extrapictures one is of the Templo de Santo Domingo de Guzmán in the center of Oaxaca City (the city were I curated these amazing earrings).The second is of the pedestrian walking street in the charming "el centro" of Oaxaca City. Love travel.