Sunbeam Sterling Hoop Earrings
What's happier than a sunbeam? These solar-inspired earrings feature a copper sun and an elongated spike shape enameled in vivid orange and cobalt blue, dangling from hand-formed oxidized sterling silver hoop ear wires.
The sun symbolizes firmness, strength and power, and is arguably the most common and unifying symbol across the different cultures, religions, and communities in the world. The sun is also associated with positive attributes of divinity, birth, harvest, prestige, and healing.
The copper shapes are carefully cleaned and prepared in order to accept the enamel. Then, I apply multiple layers of enamel, which is finely powdered glass. The layers of enamel are fused to the copper on both sides in a 1500 degree kiln. This firing process is repeated several times. Finally, the edges are sanded to expose the copper. And voila .... a vibrantly colored pair of enamel earrings which will make a great gift for yourself or a loved one.
The earrings measure 5/8" wide x 2 5/8" long from the top of the ear wire.