These were the first of a series of beaded then braided components and took awhile to get just right, as different details were added in stages. Details include brown and gold leaves, and gold beaded bands throughout. The long braids are intended to blend in yet stand out against long or short hair. The brass wishbone components come from a supplier who has been in the industry for almost 100 years, specializing in handmade and machine made findings. This family builds the machinery to produce the findings, all of which are small-town USA made. These earrings receive more attention than most and are sure to stand out!