Ear spool c. 201 - 600

This ear spool was created in Michoacan, Mexico. The earspool is made of greenish stone and is an adornment that carries a heavy weight of meaning. Personal adornments such as ear spools were not merely decorative; they were deeply embedded in the social, cultural, and spiritual life. It is believed that the size or material of the earspool denoted a person’s status and role within the community. For the wearer, these objects would have been daily reminders of their identity and place in the world. The earspool speaks to the human desire for expression and belonging. The creation and wearing of such an object were acts of cultural affirmation, linking individuals to their community. When we look at this ear spool we aren’t just seeing an object; we're touching a piece of someone's identity, their history, and their world.