Ear Wheels Trade Silver

Trade Silver Ear Wheels

These Ear Wheels Trade Silver are available in Stamped and Unstamped styles.  The crafter makes these earrings with four interlacing circles inside a larger circle.  The pendants dangle from French Hooks.   You will find these make a nice addition to your historical regalia or to wear everyday!  Try both styles today!

Trade silver refers to silver ornaments, jewelry, and coins that were used as a medium of exchange between European traders and Indigenous peoples in North America from the 17th to 19th centuries. It played a significant role in the fur trade and other commerce,  in regions like the Great Lakes, the Ohio Valley, and the Northeast.  Trade silver was not just currency—it held deep cultural and spiritual value for many Indigenous groups. Native Americans wore brooches, pins and other silver items as symbols of wealth, alliances, and identity. Over time, some Indigenous artisans began to produce their own silverwork.  Crafters incorporated traditional motifs and designs into their own jewelry-making practices.

The earring pendants measure 1.5″ diameter.   Choose from Stamped or Unstamped styles.

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