DESCRIPTION:

Carlos was brought up in a Oaxaca household environment,where the old European 1700's style filigree was part of the techniques learned & used, by way of his master metalsmith father. These are one of Oaxaca's most popular styles & are called"El Eme",which is the "M" earring,because of the "M" garland..

There are many steps that have to be taken to make above 'average' filigree jewelry..These filigree earrings are made with precision & with the smallest & finest of wire,which equates to much more time making them. This is the difference between this artists filigree work & others you may find out there.They are not made with bulkier,thicker wire,that many others uses.

He not only buys the finest wire out there,but he makes it even finer by going to the shop & pulling it to the finest that can be done,without losing the integrity of the metal..He also gives the metal a 'saw' like texture to the wire & another addition to the look, is the 'diamond cut' he gives the surrounding metal around the 'M",that sparkles when the light hits the jewelry.So,even though these may be small,there is so much time that goes into them,because the focus is to do fine filigree, 'perfect'!!

All the pearls & amethyst beads are hand sewn in there & if you look at photo 4,you will see from the backside where this is validated.The dangles are wired to the base,so there is no chance of losing any.They are given a wire hook"catch" that locks the ear wire.

They are perfect for the woman who loves the beauty of Oaxaca jewelry,as well as the lost art of Filigree.If you appreciate hand fabricated workmanship,then these will be something to treasure.

They are made with a lighter weight because of the fine wire work,so they are perfect for the woman who loves a great earring,but can't bare the weight of a heavy earring.