The "Lluvia" Liquid Silver & Turquoise Lattice Earrings

A masterclass in movement and light, these tiered dangle earrings are a delicate addition to the Arroyo: Desert Formscollection. Utilizing the traditional "Liquid Silver" technique, dozens of hand-strung, needle-fine sterling silver tubes create a fluid, shimmering effect that mimics the play of desert light after a rare rainfall.

The design features a intricate diamond-pattern weave, where the shimmering silver strands intersect to cradle vibrant turquoise beads in a rhythmic geometric lattice. These earrings offer a striking verticality and a "liquid" drape that moves with the wearer.

Commonly referred to as 'Liquid Silver,' this style became a staple of Southwestern jewelry in the late 1970s and 80s. The process involves drawing sterling silver through a drawplate to create microscopic, hair-thin tubes. While the turquoise beads in this piece show the uniform, saturated hue characteristic of stabilized or 'block' turquoise—frequently used in this era to ensure structural durability in fine beadwork—they provide the essential pops of 'Santa Fe Blue' that define the period's aesthetic.

Technical Specifications

• Style: Multi-strand Liquid Silver Dangle
• Material: Sterling Silver (Tubular Drawn Beads; Acid Tested)
• Gemstone: Saturated Turquoise (Likely Stabilized/Block)
• Era: Circa 1980s
• Drop Length: Approx. 2.5 inches
• Findings: Sterling Silver French Wires (Acid Tested)

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