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Twin Bird Brass Earrings

Curated by My Ehaat
Rs. 250
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Product Details

Two slender birds in flight, one to each ear, cut by hand from a single sheet of brass in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh. Nothing is cast or moulded. The small differences from pair to pair are the record of the maker who marked, cut, filed and burnished each one until the line reads clean against the skin. Light to wear, the pair carries easily from a workday to an evening, and the brass deepens in tone the longer you wear it.

MaterialBrass
Art TypeBrass Metal Craft
Packaging Dimension20X5X15

Materials & Care

Solid brass, handmade and built to last. Keep away from water and perfume to slow tarnishing. Wipe with a soft dry cloth; a light patina is natural and can be polished back if you prefer the brighter finish.

Product Disclosure

SKU: EH-BRER-TB-01Style Code: EH-BRER-TBHSN Code: 97030000Region: SambhalState: Uttar pradesh

Curated by My Ehaat

Each piece is handcrafted, so slight variations in colour, texture and dimension are natural and celebrate its handmade origin.

These earrings are built around a single clean line, so they style best when that line is left to do the talking.

Everyday: Wear them with a plain cotton kurta, a linen shirt, or a simple tee. Tie the hair back or tuck it behind the ear so the bird silhouette stays in view. Keep the rest of the jewellery quiet.
Work: The pair reads as one small, deliberate detail against solid colours, which makes it an easy desk-to-meeting choice. Pair it with a kurta or shirt in a flat shade and let the brass be the only ornament on the upper half.
Occasion: Against a handloom saree, a dark blouse, or a festive kurta, the polished brass catches the light and lifts a plain neckline. This is where the piece earns its place as a quiet statement.
Pairing: Stay with metal on metal if you want to layer: a thin brass bangle or a single brass ring, nothing that competes with the bird. Skip heavy necklaces, since the earring sits long and wants a clear neckline.
Frame: The elongated shape draws the eye downward, which flatters a rounder face and a shorter neck, and it suits most ears as a light drop.
Care while wearing: Put the earrings on last, after perfume, lotion, and hairspray have dried. Take them off before you wash, swim, or sleep. If they feel damp, wipe them with a soft dry cloth so the brass does not mark the skin.

Each pair begins as a flat sheet of brass in a Sambhal workshop, not as molten metal poured into a mould.

The maker marks the two birds onto the sheet, one facing each way so the pair mirrors across the body. The shapes are then cut free by hand, following the curve of the back, the point of the beak, and the split of the trailing tail. Because the cutting is done by eye and hand, no two birds come out exactly alike.

What turns a rough cut-out into a finished earring is the slow part: the filing. Every edge is worked with a file until it is smooth enough to sit against the skin without catching. The surface is then burnished, rubbed firm and bright, until the brass warms to a soft shine and the bird reads as a single clean line.

The ear fitting is added last, and the brass is left in its natural state rather than sealed under lacquer. That is a deliberate choice. It means the metal deepens in tone as you wear it, settling into the quiet, aged brass colour many people prefer, and a light polish brings it back to bright whenever you want.

Is brass a good material for earrings?

Brass is a solid, affordable choice for earrings, light to wear and warm in tone. It is a copper and zinc alloy, so it is sturdier than many soft fashion metals and holds a shaped edge well. The trade-off is that raw brass darkens over time, which is easily managed with occasional cleaning.

Do brass earrings turn your skin green?

Brass earrings can sometimes leave a faint green or dark mark on the skin, usually when the metal meets sweat, humidity, or lotion. It is a harmless surface reaction between the copper in the brass and moisture, not a sign of poor quality. Keeping the pair dry and wiping it after wear usually stops it, and many people never see it at all.

Can I wear brass earrings every day?

You can wear these brass earrings every day, and because they are light, they stay comfortable over long hours. Take them off before you bathe, swim, or sleep, and wipe them dry if they get damp. That short habit keeps the brass bright and the skin clean.

Are brass earrings safe for sensitive ears?

Brass earrings are nickel-free by composition, since brass is simply copper and zinc, which suits many people with mildly sensitive ears. Very reactive skin can still respond to almost any metal, so wear them for shorter spells at first or ask for a clear barrier coat on the posts. When in doubt, patch-test against the inner wrist for a day.

How long will brass earrings last?

Brass earrings last for years with very little care, because brass is a durable metal that bends and breaks far less easily than thin plated pieces. The finish changes before the metal does, deepening into a patina rather than wearing away. A quick polish brings back the original shine whenever you want it.

Can I shower or swim with brass jewellery?

Brass does not like standing water, so it is best to take the earrings off before you shower, swim, or wash up. Soap, chlorine, and hard water speed up tarnishing and can transfer a mark to the skin. Dry them fully before putting them away.

What are the disadvantages of brass jewellery?

The main disadvantage of brass jewellery is that it tarnishes, slowly darkening as the surface reacts with air and moisture. A few wearers also notice a temporary skin mark in humid weather. Both are cosmetic and reversible, and neither shortens how long the piece lasts.

Are brass earrings expensive?

Brass earrings are inexpensive next to silver or gold, which is part of their appeal for everyday and statement wear alike. This pair sits in an entry price band, so the cost reflects the handwork rather than the raw metal. You are paying for a piece cut and finished by hand, not cast by the thousand.

How do I clean brass earrings and restore the shine?

To clean brass earrings, wipe them with a soft dry cloth after each wear to lift off oils and moisture. When the shine dulls, rub them gently with a cut lemon dipped in salt, or use a mild brass polish, then rinse lightly and dry at once. Store them in a dry pouch, away from humidity, between wears.

Are these brass bird earrings handmade?

These brass bird earrings are handmade, each one cut by hand from a sheet of brass and then filed and burnished to finish. Nothing is cast or stamped from a mould. Because every bird is shaped individually, the two in a pair mirror each other without being machine-identical.

Will the brass finish change over time?

The brass finish will change over time, deepening from bright gold toward a warmer, aged tone as it is worn. This happens because the surface is left natural rather than sealed under lacquer. If you prefer the bright look, a light polish restores it; if you like the patina, simply leave it to settle.

What does the twin bird design mean?

The twin bird design shows two birds in flight, one on each ear, a paired motif that reads as movement and lightness. Birds in flight are a long-running image in Indian folk and decorative craft, often tied to freedom and good fortune. Here the meaning stays simple: a small, graceful pair made for easy daily wear.

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