{"product_id":"us117-24548-oxidized-hand-tooled-sterling-silver-circle-dangle-earrings-polka-karen","title":"Oxidized Hand Tooled Sterling Silver Circle Dangle Earrings 'Polka Karen'","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRef No: us117-24548\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign\u003c\/strong\u003e: Born in 1991, Pakaon Sojintarit, known affectionately as Little, grew up in Chiang Mai in a family deeply connected to the traditions of silver jewelry. Her parents first encountered the artistry of hill tribe silversmiths decades ago, and their admiration for the purity and symbolism of this craft evolved into a family enterprise. From a young age, Little accompanied her mother to hill tribe villages, observing artisans transform raw silver into jewelry of over 95 percent purity using only simple tools. After studies in hospitality and international experience in the United States and China, she chose to return to her roots, combining her global outlook with her heritage. Today, she oversees a workshop that collaborates with more than 300 silversmiths, the majority of them women, providing stable livelihoods and preserving Karen hill tribe traditions. Her vision is to elevate hill tribe silver into a symbol of Chiang Mai’s cultural identity worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e: These Oxidized Hand Tooled Sterling Silver Circle Dangle Earrings 'Polka Karen' are a unique and whimsical accessory. Designed by Pakaon Sojintarit, these dangle earrings feature three graduated circles of sterling silver with a hand-tooled dot pattern and an oxidized finish. The piece, which combines a global outlook with heritage, is a beautiful representation of the artisan's commitment to preserving Karen hill tribe traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrice: \u003c\/strong\u003ePlease note price may vary due to exchange rate differences or shipping, duties and taxes. Final price is calculated at checkout at the boutique's website.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials\u003c\/strong\u003e: Handcrafted in Thailand with .925 sterling silver. The earrings are 2.7 inches in length and 0.7 inches in width. They have an oxidized finish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pakaon Sojintarit (Little)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51449859080530,"sku":"us117-24548","price":59.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/9417\/0706\/files\/image_7846f4c6-91b0-491a-8fed-184eade03e13.jpg?v=1757089305","url":"https:\/\/www.aureusboutique.com\/products\/us117-24548-oxidized-hand-tooled-sterling-silver-circle-dangle-earrings-polka-karen","provider":"Aureus Boutique","version":"1.0","type":"link"}