Vishnupada Pentagon With Tassels Patri Amulet gold A beautifully detailed leaf earring

A beautifully detailed leaf earring

It does not use dye to create color

Amber is hardened tree resin from prehistoric forests 40 - 50 million years ago

these earrings harmoniously combine celestial beauty and artisan craftsmanship

Textured circle dangles

Vishnupada Pentagon With Tassels Patri Amulet gold A beautifully detailed leaf earringMetal: Silver Length: 1 1 2" Width: 3 4" The antique silver amulet, or patri, is anchored in an ancient Indian tradition of village and tribal art. This is rural art that has given a voice to women, to the tribe, and to the lowest caste villager. The icons are about connection with nature as well as connection with the vital energy of creation. Traditionally, amulets have been objects that were thought to bestow the owner with the properties, powers