Gold Ruby Huggie Hoop Earrings 22k
Antique 22k small huggie hoop earrings set with natural ruby cabochons.
With over 90 years of history, these petite earrings are part of the Straits Chinese heritage. They are both Chinese and yet not Chinese (as in China); the flavour is distinctly overseas Chinese. Pardon me, I don't know a better way to make it clear here 😛
As a result of the blending of cultures, East and West, and further with a medley of other Eastern cultures (ie. Indian, Malay), Straits Chinese jewelry is distinct to modern eyes.
These hoop earrings are small but substantial. The multiple petals are deep grooves, crafted as prongs to hold the rubies. With a tactile spring hinge, the thickset hoops cradle the earlobes as a modern pair of huggie earrings would. Modern eyes would now regard the look as traditional chic.
Try finding a small pair of hoop earrings made like this.