These Almond
Obelisk Earrings combine nature and geometry to produce a contemporary pair of
earrings that will add pizzazz to your jewelry wardrobe. The 2-inch long
sterling silver ear wires are bent to form an angular arc that allows these
earrings to hang at the perfect angle. Suspended from the ear wires are almond
coated obelisks that are finished with a black patina for a sophisticated
marbleized effect. The overall length of these Almond Obelisk Earrings is 2.25
inches. These earrings are the creation of Jennifer and John Walsh.
Read about Jennifer and John Walsh.
In cultures
around the world, the almond is highly revered. One of the first trees to
flower in Israel,
ancient inhabitants of this nation viewed the almond as a symbol of
watchfulness and promise. Mention of the word almond occurs ten times in the
Bible. From the Old French allemande,
for the Chinese almond symbolizes female beauty.
Patina is the oxidized metal that coats silver,
bronze and copper. Silver is often oxidized to bring out the details in a
jewelry piece. During the oxidation process, the decomposition of chemical
elements results in the formation of a black coating. The resulting oxidized
silver is a copper-silver alloy that is superficially coated superficially with
a layer of sulphides.
In many cultures
across the globe, the gift of silver represents trust, truth, excellence wisdom
and love. Closely tied to Egyptian goddess Isis, silver relates to all things
flexible, creative and emotionally intelligent.
These Almond
Obelisk Earrings are constructed of sterling silver. They measure approximately
2.25 inches long.
- Handcrafted in
the USA of sterling
silver
- Almond obelisks
are finished with a black patina
- Angled ear wires
measure 2 inches
- Overall length is
2.25 inches
- Measurements are
approximate
To prevent them
from warping and to maintain the patina finish of your earrings, never immerse
them in water or scrub them harshly. Instead, wipe them gently with a soft
polishing cloth.
Silver jewelry 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 silver shiny as new. Avoid exposure of your silver jewelry to
abrasive cleansers and bleach, which may cause discoloration