'Mutya' Baroque Drop Dangling Earrings

Lustrous danggling baroque pearls here to get heads turning.

The piece features unique baroque pearls dangling on a round studs. The word Mutya originated from the morphemes "Mu" and "Mut" which literally and figuratively signify ‘mother,’ ‘origin,’ ‘foundation’ and ‘essence.’ As symbolic sign, it serves as a model of what is ‘precious’ and ideal; as archetypal symbol – of Womanhood and the Divine Self. In the Philippines,it tells a traditional story of an ancient nymph who used to appear either as a mermaid or a maiden of great beauty. She was believed to inhabit a cave beneath the river who gave the inhabitants prosperity and happiness.