Laretta Celtic Hoop Earrings

Solid Sterling Silver Celtic Hoop Earrings with snap down closure. These Celtic Knot Hoop Earrings have a design that is an artful rendition of ancient Celtic Knotwork found all over Ireland and Scotland - incorporating the classic interwoven pattern that symbolizes life and love into a lovely Celtic design. Meticulously crafted from fine sterling silver with beautiful detailing and fine craftsmanship. These earrings will be your classic "go-to" everyday earrings - so comfortable to wear and striking to look at! The hoop of the earring hugs the earlobe to create a hoop look. 1/4" x 1" in size with snap down closure. Hallmarked 925 *****History of Celtic Knot Work The use of knot work design is a practice that began early in human history. In the third and fourth century AD knot work designs were used in floor mosaics in the Roman Empire. Celtic knot designs developed from braiding work, which was the use of an unbroken, woven cord design that was used by many cultures around the world.