Coral Earrings
Handcrafted by Navajo artist Melvin Chee, these raindrop shaped dangle earrings are both bold and meaningful. Chunky coral is set into sterling silver to create an iconic paring in Native American jewelry. While the raindrop shape reminds us of the importance of rain in the desert Southwest. Lightweight coral hugging earring pair well alone or with any of our featured coral necklaces.
Tribe: Navajo
Artist:Melvin Chee
Weight: 7 grams combined
Measurement: 1”
Coral has been used by tribal artisans for over 600 years. There are many types of coral used. You will find coral mixed with sterling silver and turquoise in many forms of Native American jewelry. Coral was first introduced to Southwestern tribes such as the Navajo, Zuni and Hopi by Spanish and European traders, who had a steady supply of coral mined from Mediterranean coastlines. The coral came in many shades, from deep red to orange and even white.Coral is highly-prized as a substance believed to be endowed with mysterious sacred properties. It is a symbol of modesty, wisdom, happiness and immortality.
Handcrafted by Navajo artist Melvin Chee, these raindrop shaped dangle earrings are both bold and meaningful. Chunky coral is set into sterling silver to create an iconic paring in Native American jewelry. While the raindrop shape reminds us of the importance of rain in the desert Southwest. Lightweight coral hugging earring pair well alone or with any of our featured coral necklaces.
Tribe: Navajo
Artist:Melvin Chee
Weight: 7 grams combined
Measurement: 1”
Coral has been used by tribal artisans for over 600 years. There are many types of coral used. You will find coral mixed with sterling silver and turquoise in many forms of Native American jewelry. Coral was first introduced to Southwestern tribes such as the Navajo, Zuni and Hopi by Spanish and European traders, who had a steady supply of coral mined from Mediterranean coastlines. The coral came in many shades, from deep red to orange and even white.Coral is highly-prized as a substance believed to be endowed with mysterious sacred properties. It is a symbol of modesty, wisdom, happiness and immortality.
Handcrafted by Navajo artist Melvin Chee, these raindrop shaped dangle earrings are both bold and meaningful. Chunky coral is set into sterling silver to create an iconic paring in Native American jewelry. While the raindrop shape reminds us of the importance of rain in the desert Southwest. Lightweight coral hugging earring pair well alone or with any of our featured coral necklaces.
Tribe: Navajo
Artist:Melvin Chee
Weight: 7 grams combined
Measurement: 1”
Coral has been used by tribal artisans for over 600 years. There are many types of coral used. You will find coral mixed with sterling silver and turquoise in many forms of Native American jewelry. Coral was first introduced to Southwestern tribes such as the Navajo, Zuni and Hopi by Spanish and European traders, who had a steady supply of coral mined from Mediterranean coastlines. The coral came in many shades, from deep red to orange and even white.Coral is highly-prized as a substance believed to be endowed with mysterious sacred properties. It is a symbol of modesty, wisdom, happiness and immortality.
