Antique Brass Earrings with Traditional Meenakari Finish

There is a particular kind of beauty that belongs to brass alone: warm, unhurried, older than fashion. These earrings from the JA1870 collection are worked in brass, a metal long favoured by artisans across Rajasthan and Bengal for its receptivity to oxidised and antique finishes. The form reads as a considered drop, measuring approximately 1.4 inches in height by 1.2 inches in width (roughly 3.6 cm by 3 cm), with a silhouette that sits flat against the ear rather than projecting outward. The surface carries the quiet authority of hand-finished metalwork, the kind achieved through layered polishing and careful patination rather than machine buffing. At this weight of 24 grams, the piece has genuine presence without tipping into discomfort. The motifs, rendered in cast and worked brass, follow the vocabulary of traditional Indian ornament: structured, symmetrical, and rooted in a craft lineage that predates commercial jewellery altogether. Pair these with a handloom cotton or raw silk kurta for a daytime gathering where restraint is its own elegance. They work equally well against the deep neckline of a Banarasi blouse, letting the warm brass read as a deliberate complement to gold-toned weaves. Free size in fit, these earrings suit most ear piercings without adjustment. The brass construction keeps them resilient through regular wear, and the finish, whether oxidised or polished as pictured, holds well against humidity and daily handling, asking only for occasional gentle cleaning.

Details

• Material: Brass
• Dimensions: 1.4 Inches Height X 1.2 Inches Width X 0 Inches Depth
• Weight: 24.0 g
• SKU: JA1870