Heart Motif Sterling Silver Hook Earrings

There is something quietly certain about a heart drawn in silver. The heart motif has long travelled through Indian craft without apology, appearing in the border work of Rajasthani textiles, in the pressed silver of Bengali bridal sets, and in the spare, unadorned silverwork that silversmiths across the country return to when they wish to let form speak entirely for itself. This piece belongs to that last tradition. Worked in sterling silver, it presents the heart silhouette with clean, unembellished edges, relying on the natural warmth and quiet lustre of the metal rather than stone or enamel to hold attention. The hook closure is a studied choice, lending the earring a gentle movement at the lobe. At 1.75 inches in height (approximately 4.4 cm) and a measured 4 grams, the piece is light without feeling insubstantial. Wear these with a fine cotton kurta in ivory or pale grey on an unhurried afternoon, or let them accompany a silk blouse tucked into a handloom sari for an evening that calls for simplicity rather than spectacle. They sit equally well with contemporary separates, where their heritage material adds depth without demanding occasion. The free-size hook fits most ear piercings comfortably, and the sterling silver finish, bright and cool-toned, requires only occasional polishing with a soft cloth to maintain its clarity. Four grams of well-worked silver is, in the end, exactly the weight a day should carry.

Details

• Material: Sterling Silver
• Dimensions: 1.75 inch Height
• Weight: 4.0 g
• SKU: LDA608