Bali Sterling Silver Octopus Earrings with Amethyst and Emerald Accents

This is a pair of handcrafted artisan dangle earrings featuring a whimsical octopus or cephalopod theme, consistent with Balinese silver-working traditions. Each earring consists of a sterling silver (likely .925) octopus charm suspended from delicate French-style ear wires. The octopus bodies are intricately constructed with silver beadwork (granulation) at the base of the tentacles, a hallmark of Bali craftsmanship. Adorning the top of the charms is a cluster of multi-colored natural gemstone beads, including soft purple amethysts and pale green emeralds, adding a vibrant organic contrast to the metallic sheen. The silver displays a bright finish with light tarnish (patina) in the recessed areas, which provides depth and highlights the detailed texture of the tentacles. The earrings appear to be in excellent contemporary condition with no visible missing beads or deformed wires. The craftsmanship indicates a high-level artisanal quality, utilizing traditional soldering and wire-wrapping techniques to secure the gemstone rondelles to the silver jump rings. These pieces likely date from the late 20th to early 21st century.