Discover the rich narrative woven into every pair of these black and gold Iraca palm earrings. Handcrafted one by one by Colombian artisans, survivors of conflict, these earrings tell a story of resilience and beauty with every detail.
- Intricate iraca palm weaving in a stunning disc design
- Size: 2.5" x 2"
- Material: Iraca Palm, 24 KT gold plated on bronze
- Origin: Handmade with dedication in Cali, Colombia
- Unique: Crafted by Colombian indigenous artisans
Experience the intersection of art and heritage with these earrings, a blend of native Colombian materials and sophisticated design.
design: A bold circular disc hand-woven from black iraca palm fiber in a radiating pattern, centered with a hammered 24kt gold-plated square charm cut with a spiral motif, hung from a twisted gold-tone post.
size: 2.5" x 2"
material: Iraca palm fiber (dyed black), 24kt gold plated on bronze
features: hand-woven radiating disc pattern, hammered spiral emblem charm, lightweight palm fiber body, twisted gold-tone post, post-and-drop style
care: Keep dry and away from perfume or lotion, and store flat in a pouch to protect the woven fiber and gold plating.
disclaimer: Because each disc is hand-woven from natural palm fiber and the metal is hand-hammered, slight variations in weave density and finish are part of the piece and not a flaw.
The Story
Iraca palm has long been worked by Colombian weavers into flat, tightly coiled discs and brims, the same fiber and technique behind the country's well-known woven hats and baskets. Here that same radiating weave is scaled down and turned on its side, so the fiber that traditionally covered a head now frames a face.
The geometric spiral cut into the gold-plated charm echoes a motif found across the region's metalwork: a single continuous line coiling in on itself, simple enough to read at a glance but requiring a steady hand to cut and hammer cleanly. Paired with the woven disc, it sets a warm, hand-finished metal accent against the matte black of the palm fiber.
Made in Cali, these earrings bring together two distinct crafts, palm weaving and metalsmithing, in a single piece, each contributing a different texture and skill to the finished design.
Iraca leaves are stripped into thin, even strands, dried, and dyed black before being coiled by hand into the tight, radiating disc that forms the body of each earring, a process that takes practiced tension to keep the weave flat and consistent. The square spiral charm is cut and hand-hammered in gold-plated bronze, giving it a subtle, faceted surface, then the two components are joined by artisans working in Cali, Colombia, so that no two pairs come off the same set of hands in exactly the same way.
Craft & Materials
- Made In: Cali, Colombia
- Craft Tradition: Iraca palm weaving
- Ideal For: Anyone who wants a lightweight statement earring with real texture and handwork
- Wear It With: Wear with an off-the-shoulder top or a simple black dress to let the woven disc and gold spiral stand on their own
- Purpose: everyday statement wear, evening out, gifting
- Metal: 24kt gold-plated bronze
Questions & Answers
What is iraca palm?
Iraca is a palm fiber traditionally used in Colombia for weaving hats and baskets. For these earrings, the fiber is dried, dyed black, and hand-coiled into a flat, radiating disc.
Are these earrings heavy?
No. The woven palm fiber body is naturally lightweight, so despite their 2.5" x 2" size, they wear comfortably for extended periods.
Will the gold plating wear off?
With normal care, avoiding water, perfume, and lotion, the 24kt gold plating over bronze will hold its finish well. Store the earrings flat and dry between wears.
Are these post earrings?
Yes, they hang from a twisted gold-tone post, making them secure and easy to wear.
Will my pair look exactly like the photo?
Very close, but not identical. Because the disc is hand-woven and the charm is hand-hammered, small variations in weave and metal texture are normal and expected.
