Precolumbian Sinu Round Ornament Gold and Bead Drop Earrings, Assorted Colors

A Golden Shield with a Dangling Bead: Sinu Round Ornament Earrings

A round gold disc carries a spiral and a central globule, and a stone bead dangles below. These Sinu round ornament earrings are 0.6 in wide and 1.4 in long.

Select red carnelian or black onyx for the stone.

Product Details

• Material: Gold plate over pewter
• Posts: Sterling silver
• Dimensions: 0.6 in W x 1.4 in L
• Bead choices: Red carnelian or black onyx
• Style: Pre-Columbian drop earrings
• Origin: Made in USA

The Design

The round ornament is inspired by the Sinu culture of Colombia. A golden bead and a semiprecious stone bead hang from its base.

Pre-Columbian drop earrings of this kind are light and graceful.

Gold in Ancient Colombia

The Met notes that ancient Colombian smiths used gold and copper alloys. They often cast pieces by the lost wax method.

Their work linked metal color to the sun and moon.

Choosing the Stone

Carnelian bead earrings glow warm red against gold. Black onyx drop earrings offer a bolder, darker contrast.

Wearing and Display

The sterling silver posts suit most ears. Wear the Sinu round ornament earrings with hair back. Wipe with a soft cloth.

See more in our Museum Jewelry Earrings.

About Sinu Art

Sinu gold work is known for round ornaments and spirals. These Sinu round ornament earrings pay tribute to that look. Carnelian bead earrings and black onyx drop earrings let you choose your color.

For More Reading from the Web

• Read how ancient Colombian smiths worked gold and linked it to the sun and moon. Pre-Columbian drop earrings come from that tradition. Metalwork in Ancient Colombia - The Metropolitan Museum of Art