I have always been fascinated with Visiri Murugu - famous in Madurai, Tamil Nadu - Well, here it is - I had to add an Jhumka to it - I always do :).Visiri Murugu is usually worn in the outer rim of the auricle - but here it is ready to adorn your earlobes - a modern twist on an ancient tradition. In Karnataka these are also known as Chandra Murugu.
A fan shaped chandeliers famously called Visiri(palm leaf fan) Murugu(wind) is adorned with freshwater pearls, and in the center a tiny jhumka decked with freshwater pearls dangles. These are an sensual pair of earrings....
The lion faced is Kirthimukha or face of glory - only visiri murugu shows a KirthiMukha. KirithiMukha is seen in all South Indian Temples.
These dangle from earwires and the jhumka's add drama and this is a fusion of South Indian and North Indian Jhumkas.
Total length is 2". Metal - Gold Vermeil over Sterling Silver! Fresh Water Pearls.
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