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Asian Inspired Coin and Crystal Earrings

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Asian Inspired Coin and Crystal Earrings

Asian Inspired Coin and Crystal Earrings

Tammy Powley
The replica coins used in this design are very light-weight so they are easy to cut holes through and comfortable to wear in many jewelry designs. For this jewelry piece, they are used as backdrops and provide inspiration for these Asian-themed earrings.

To create a complete look, consider making the Asian-Inspired Cloisonné and Crystal Bracelet and Cloisonné and Wire Collar Necklace to go with these earrings.

*2 - 25mm Chinese coin replica (antiqued brass-plated aluminum)
4 - 6mm Bicone-shaped turquoise-colored crystal beads
2 - 6mm Bicone-shaped fire opal-colored Swarovski crystal beads
2 - 7mm Brass jump rings
12-inches of 21-gauge Brass dead-soft wire
1 Pair of brass ear hooks (or make your own using brass wire)
Wire cutters
Chain-nosed pliers
Round-nosed pliers
Two-hole metal punch

*These replica coins came from Fire Mountain Gems and Beads, item #H20-3624FN.

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