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Afghan Wire Hoop Earrings

Antique hoop earrings, hand-braided with thin wire using traditional craft techniques.
Origin: Afganistan
SKU: KL-1519
Antique hoop earrings, hand-braided with thin wire using traditional craft techniques.
SKU: KL-1519
Origin: Afganistan
  • Material type:
    mosiądz
  • Gemstones:
    brak kamieni
  • Earwires:
    zamknięte
  • Earwire thickness:
    1 mm
  • Historical Status:
    zabytkowe
  • Condition:
    bardzo dobry
  • Length:
    4.5 cm
  • Width:
    4.5 cm
  • Height:
  • Weight:
    7 g

Afghan Wire Hoop Earrings

Simple, round hoop earrings are among the oldest forms of jewelry known in many cultures around the world. This piece, crafted from brass, is inspired by the craftsmanship traditions of Central Asia. The round hoop shape is lightweight and comfortable, yet highly characteristic of tribal jewelry worn by women in Afghanistan and neighboring regions.

The lower portion of the earrings is densely woven with very thin wire, creating a delicate spiral structure. This type of embellishment is created by hand-winding the wire onto a metal hoop, resulting in slight variations in each piece due to the craftsman's work.

Brass develops a natural patina over time, giving the jewelry a subtle, muted hue. Visible minor irregularities and hand-assembled elements are typical of authentic pieces made in small workshops, where the jewelry was created without the use of industrial production techniques.

The minimalist form and hand-crafted decoration give these earrings a raw, ethnic character. This is an example of traditional handicraft, where the simplicity of materials and techniques creates a piece with a distinct cultural identity.