Vintage Maasai Beaded Ladder Earring – Kenyan Tribal Jewelry with Unique Story

This vintage Maasai beaded ladder earring is a striking example of traditional Kenyan craftsmanship with a fascinating story. According to family history, my grandmother received this piece after she gifted a brooch she was wearing to a young girl who admired it. In return, the girl gave her this intricate beaded earring, a treasured representation of Maasai artistry and cultural heritage. The earring is carefully hand-beaded in vibrant shades of red, blue, green, yellow, black, and white, featuring a unique ladder-like structure with small dangling bead charms and a metal arrowhead pendant. The wrapped wire hook closure suggests it was traditionally worn hanging over the top of the ear, rather than threaded through a piercing. This piece is ideal for collectors of ethnographic jewelry, those who appreciate global fashion, or anyone looking for a bold, wearable art statement. It could also be repurposed into a pendant for a truly one-of-a-kind necklace. Condition: Good vintage condition with minor wear to the metal components (see photos). Measurements: Approx. 10 inches long Tribal jewelry, African beaded earring, handmade jewelry, statement accessory, Maasai craftsmanship, wearable history, festival fashion, ethnographic art, unique provenance, repurposed jewelry. 🚭 From a smoke-free home with a hypoallergenic Mini Poodle. 📸 Colors may vary slightly from photos. 🌎 Providing unique and/or quality items for those interested in sustainable shopping. ♻️ recycled + min