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Cobalt-Laced Brass Rectangle Earrings with Lapis
  • Cobalt-Laced Brass Rectangle Earrings with Lapis
  • Cobalt-Laced Brass Rectangle Earrings with Lapis
  • Cobalt-Laced Brass Rectangle Earrings with Lapis
  • Cobalt-Laced Brass Rectangle Earrings with Lapis
  • Cobalt-Laced Brass Rectangle Earrings with Lapis
  • Cobalt-Laced Brass Rectangle Earrings with Lapis
Cobalt-Laced Brass Rectangle Earrings with Lapis

Cobalt-Laced Brass Rectangle Earrings with Lapis

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Two long open rectangles, hand-laced along both edges with cobalt thread in a running chevron. Three small faceted lapis beads dangle from the base, and one hangs suspended near the top.

  • Material: Brass, cotton cord, lapis lazuli
  • Stones: Lapis lazuli
  • Color: Gold and cobalt
  • Length: 2.5 in (plus hook)
  • Width: 1.0625 in
  • Closure: Brass fish hook
  • Origin: India

At two and a half inches long, the frames read as architecture more than jewelry — flat, graphic, deliberate. The open cut keeps them light against the ear, and cobalt against warm brass carries the whole piece.
Details
  • Open-cut rectangular brass frame
  • Hand-laced chevron thread detailing
  • Three dangling faceted lapis beads
  • Lightweight brass ear wire

Each pair is hand-laced and hand-strung, so thread tension, bead shape, and color saturation vary slightly from piece to piece.

The Story

Two crafts share a workbench here — sheet-metal cutting and thread lacing. The brass frame is punched with small holes along its inner edges, then dyed cotton cord is laced through by hand in a running zigzag, the same over-under logic embroiderers and basket-makers use, worked in metal instead of cloth.

The pairing is common in small workshops in India, where brass and textile trades often sit side by side. A metalsmith cuts and finishes the frame; a second artisan does the needlework. The finished earring carries the mark of two hands and two skill sets.

The geometry stays deliberately plain — an open rectangle, nothing figurative — so the cobalt lacing and the lapis do the talking. A modern design decision layered onto a slow, patient technique.

Craft & Care
  • Technique: Hand-laced thread on cut brass

Keep dry and away from perfume or lotion. Store flat or separately so the thread doesn't catch or fray against other jewelry.

Questions

How much do these earrings weigh, and are they comfortable for all-day wear?

The open-cut brass frame keeps them lighter than the size suggests, and the design is meant for regular wear. As with any dangle earring at this length, sensitive ears may notice them by the end of a long day.

What kind of ear wire is used?

A simple brass fish-hook. It sits securely but isn't hypoallergenic surgical steel, so those with metal sensitivities may want to take note.

Can the blue thread get wet or fade?

Best to keep them dry and out of long stretches of direct sun. The thread is dyed cotton cord and can fade or fray faster with repeated water or sun exposure.

Is the lapis natural, and will the beads match the photo exactly?

Yes, the beads are natural lapis lazuli, which means each one carries its own variation in color depth and pyrite flecking. Your pair may differ slightly from the exact stones pictured.

How do I clean the brass without damaging the thread or beads?

Wipe the metal gently with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid jewelry cleaners and polishing dips, which can discolor the thread or dull the lapis.

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