These are one of Oaxaca's most popular styles & are called"El Eme",which is the "M" earring & there are many steps & quite a process that has to be taken to make above 'average' filigree jewelry

Totally hand made,the base is literally built by hand,that the circular formed fine filigree wire, is designed around.The wire is pulled to a delicate stage & this is what helps to give their wearable weight & intricacy

The wire then has a 'saw' type texture given & added accents of "Diamond cut" wire are added as a border for the "M"..Diamond cutting is another step taken that is done to the wire & this is what gives them their 'diamond like sparkle' when the light hits!They are truly pieces of art!

The faceted purple cz's are to emulate amethyst & are held by hand made prongs. Tiny seed pearls form the "M" & are sewn in..The irregular shaped pearl dangles are wire wrapped to the bottom,so they are on there good! The shepherd's hook has a catch in the back.