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Beaded-Edge Silver Hoop Earrings
  • Beaded-Edge Silver Hoop Earrings
  • Beaded-Edge Silver Hoop Earrings
  • Beaded-Edge Silver Hoop Earrings
  • Beaded-Edge Silver Hoop Earrings
Beaded-Edge Silver Hoop Earrings

Beaded-Edge Silver Hoop Earrings

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A row of small polished silver beads follows the outer curve of each hoop, catching light against a tightly coiled wire band shadowed in the recesses. The shape sits open at the top — more horseshoe than closed ring.

  • Material: Hill Tribe silver, 94-98% pure; sterling silver ear wires
  • Color: Silver
  • Drop: 1.5 in
  • Width: 1.5 in
  • Finish: Oxidized
  • Origin: Thailand
  • Ear wires: Sterling silver
  • Weight: 12 g per pair

At 1.5 inches across, they read as compact — close to the ear, with detail that only reveals itself up close. The beaded edge picks up movement; the darkened coils sit back and let the polished orbs do the work.
Details
  • Row of hand-formed silver orb beads
  • Coiled wire-wrap detailing along the band
  • Oxidized finish for contrast
  • Lightweight open hoop
  • Fishhook backs

Each pair is hand-coiled and hand-beaded, so bead spacing, coil tightness and oxidation depth shift slightly from one to the next.

The Story

Hill Tribe silver is the work of Karen and neighboring silversmiths in northern Thailand, made at 94% to 98% purity — noticeably higher than sterling's 92.5%. The vocabulary is hand-coiled wire and rows of soldered beads, not cast or machine-stamped forms.

For this hoop, silver is drawn fine and coiled tightly around a hoop-shaped form to build the ridged band. Small silver balls are rolled by hand and set one at a time along the outer edge, then the piece is oxidized so darkened recesses sit behind the polished beads and catch the light against black.

The beaded, orb-lined hoop is a standard shape in this tradition — made for everyday wear rather than ceremony, sized to sit comfortably on the ear.

Craft & Care
  • Technique: Hill Tribe silver

Store dry and away from perfume and lotion. Clean gently with a soft silver polishing cloth, working around the beads so the oxidized recesses stay dark.

Questions

How is Hill Tribe silver different from sterling?

Hill Tribe silver is worked by silversmiths in the hill communities of northern Thailand and typically runs 94% to 98% pure silver, higher than sterling's 92.5%. The ear wires on this pair are sterling silver for added strength.

How much do the earrings weigh?

The pair weighs about 12 grams total, light enough for all-day wear despite the beaded detailing.

Are these hypoallergenic?

Sterling and Hill Tribe silver are generally well tolerated by sensitive ears. Anyone with a known metal allergy should check with a doctor before wearing any silver.

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