Sangre del Nopal

Sangre del Nopal Beaded Earrings honors the ancient dye of grana de cochinilla, called Nocheztli in Nahuatl—the blood of the cactus.

It symbolized life, sacrifice, and vitality, and it was a pigment used in rituals, codices, and royal garments.

These handcrafted earrings are a tribute to the artisans who transformed color from the cactus plague. The brass detailing mirrors ancient craft, while the handwoven design thrives with life and tradition. A wearable offering to Mexico’s ingenuity and the enduring beauty of creation.

• Handmade boho beaded earrings created with glass beads, brass, and gold-filled ear wires.
• Beads: Czech, Toho
• Stone: Agate, Garnet
• Ear Wires: Gold-filled 
• Frame: Stainless Steel
• Drop Height: 6 in. /15 cm
• Nickel Free