The swagger and sway of these Belly Dancer Amethyst Earrings set the earlobes to dance in exotic rhythm. Handmade by Michelle Winston and exclusive to Blue Gobi, the ancient design of these earrings is a reproduction of traditional belly dancer earrings. The silver balls, links and disks that comprise these earrings is antiqued for an old world flavor. The intricate handwork of the Nepalese silversmith can be seen in the encasement of the light purple amethyst stones. These Belly Dancer Amethyst Earrings measure 3.8 inches.
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On New Year’s Day in the town of Pokhara, Nepal, the streets bustle with festive activities. Musicians, dancers, singers and local folks entertain onlookers, encouraging them to join in the celebration. The women shimmy to the music in a belly-dance-like rhythm. The mystery and history that is embedded in the South and Central Asian woman’s garb inspires artisan Michelle Winston. Wrapped in saris and decked in sparkling “bling” from head to toe, these women’s persona is exotic, confident and contagious. Unafraid to strut her stuff, the Asian woman embraces life as a celebration.
Seductive and uniquely hued, amethyst has been deemed the “gemstone of all gemstones.” In fact, this purple stone is believed to protect its wearer from ill-intended amorous advances. The rich violet shading of the amethyst, a member of the quartz family, gives it a royal princess quality.
These Amethyst earrings measure approximately 3.8 inches.
- Handmade in Nepal by Michelle Winston
- All balls, links and disk are antiqued silver
- Light purple amethyst is encased in Silver
- Each piece is unique and can vary from the picture since natural material tends to vary from piece to piece
- Measurement is approximate
- Exclusive to Blue Gobi
All gemstones, including amethysts, should be wiped clean with a soft cloth to avoid scratching their surface. Wash the stones with warm soapy water, gently brush them with a toothbrush and then wipe them dry.
Sterling silver should be stored in an airtight container with a soft lining. Cleaning with soap and water and buffing with a soft cloth will keep your sterling silver shiny as new. Avoid exposure of your sterling silver to abrasive cleansers and bleach, which may cause discoloration.