{"title":"The Silver Edit","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"copy-of-bonoselulu-triple-hoop-leopard-drop-earrings","title":"Silver Bonoselulu Triple Hoop  Leopard Drop Earrings","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Bonoselulu Triple Hoop  Leopard Drop Earrings features our take on the traditional  leopard featured in Bini royal art. \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMade from polished brass and micron rhodium-plated metal, they're made up of three circles of brass in graduating sizes and the oversized leopard falls below your jawline and gleams from every angle. Wear your hair cropped or slicked back to make sure they take center stage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe  earrings feature a bold hoop and a stylised gold leopard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eButterfly fastening for pierced ears\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComposition: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eMicron plated brass with hypo-allergenic sterling silver post\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe History: The Leopard in Bini Symbology\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe Oba is often metaphorically referenced as “the leopard of the palace,” and leopard imagery and symbology is rife in ancient Benin art and storytelling. Prior to the British Punitive Expedition and violent invasion in 1897, domesticated leopards were kept in the palace to demonstrate the Oba’s dominion over the wilderness. Linked to the Oba’s military might in Bini mythology, the leopard is celebrated for the balance between his strength and his reserve and moderation as a leader and as a symbol of justice. The leopard symbolizes the complete harmony between two compelling forces – the menacing and the moderating – that, in Benin, it is believed  every ideal Oba should possess\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Brand \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSymbols of Authority is a brand focused on je\u003cspan\u003ewelry \u0026amp; objets d'art inspired by antiquity, mythology, contemporary art and ancient monarchies. 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Delivery times may vary depending on the shipping address.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping to the US? Import duties\/tariffs may apply at delivery. These fees are assessed by US Customs and carriers, not by us, and must be paid by the recipient.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegrettably, we are currently unable to offer express shipping or combine existing orders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInternational shipping is available for all products at a flat rate fee of $30. Please be aware that this fee does not cover customs fees, which will be determined upon arrival in your country by your local import authorities. 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Delivery times may vary depending on the shipping address.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping to the US? Import duties\/tariffs may apply at delivery. These fees are assessed by US Customs and carriers, not by us, and must be paid by the recipient.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegrettably, we are currently unable to offer express shipping or combine existing orders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInternational shipping is available for all products at a flat rate fee of $30. Please be aware that this fee does not cover customs fees, which will be determined upon arrival in your country by your local import authorities. 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Crafted from rhodium micron plated brass..\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOversized Shoulder grazing drop silhouette, grhodium-plated brass body with sterling silver post, exaggerated circular post, oversized hoop drop embellished with ceremonial swords of the Bini Kingdom at center\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePost fastening for pierced ears\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComposition: Rhodium plated brass, sterling silver post\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessionally clean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e About the Brand\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSymbols of Authority is a brand focused on jewelry \u0026amp; objets d'art inspired by antiquity, mythology, contemporary art and ancient monarchies. The line, which boasts a large range of globally and sustainably manufactured earrings, necklaces, hair accessories and homeware for the modern woman. Diversity in design, quality and affordability are what make the line so coveted. The #SOASIREN is unapologetically bold, whether it's at a party, out with friends or in the boardroom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSHIPPING NOTICE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour purchases are shipped from our fulfillment center within 3-5 business days of placing your order (business days exclude weekends or Canadian provincial or federal holidays). Please note that your purchases will be shipped within this timeframe, not delivered. Delivery times may vary depending on the shipping address.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping to the US? Import duties\/tariffs may apply at delivery. 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These earrings celebrate the courageous Iyoba Idia who hailed from the Kingdom of Benin during the 16th century (now in modern day Nigeria).  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHistory\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIn the Benin kingdom, the iyoba, or mother of the oba (king), occupies an important and historically significant place in Benin's feudal hierarchy. The title was first conferred upon Idia, the mother of Oba Esigie, who used her political skill to save her son's kingdom from disintegration in the late fifteenth century. Ever since then, queen mother became a title in and of itself and regarded as a  symbol of protection of their sons,  the Obas and, by extension, the kingdom itself.  The heads of queen mothers are distinguished from those of kings by the forward-pointing peaks of their coral-encrusted crowns. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis collection, with its traditional symbols and modern interpretation of historical themes , invites you to explore and discover the culture of the Bini kingdom, one of the most powerful and advanced pre-colonial kingdoms in the world\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Brand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSymbols of Authority is a brand focused on je\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewelry \u0026amp; objets d'art inspired by antiquity, mythology, contemporary art and ancient monarchies. The\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e line, which boasts a large range of global,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ethical \u0026amp; fair trade manufactured earrings, necklaces, hair accessories and homeware for the modern woman. Diversity in design, quality and affordability are what make the line so coveted. The #SOASIREN is unapologetically bold, whether it's at a party, out with friends or in the boardroom.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSHIPPING NOTICE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour purchases are shipped from our fulfillment center within 3-5 business days of placing your order (business days exclude weekends or Canadian provincial or federal holidays). Please note that your purchases will be shipped within this timeframe, not delivered. 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Designed to sit just below the collarbone, wear yours with a crisp white shirt for major power appeal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStory\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbols of Authority\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis collection, with its traditional symbols and modern interpretation of historical themes , invites you to explore and discover the culture of the Bini kingdom, one of the most powerful and advanced pre-colonial kingdoms in global history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe Omolola Leopard Necklace\u003c\/span\u003e is designed in Toronto and  handcrafted in India. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"css-anktol\"\u003eWidth 1in\/2.5cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"css-anktol\"\u003eLength 17in\/43.1cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"css-anktol\"\u003eAdjustable length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"css-anktol\"\u003eComposition: Micron plated brass with lobster clasp fastening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Brand \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSymbols of Authority is a brand focused on je\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewelry \u0026amp; objets d'art inspired by antiquity, mythology, contemporary art and ancient monarchies. The\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e line, which boasts a large range of global,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ethical \u0026amp; fair trade manufactured earrings, necklaces, hair accessories and homeware for the modern woman. Diversity in design, quality and affordability are what make the line so coveted. The #SOASIREN is unapologetically bold, whether it's at a party, out with friends or in the boardroom.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSHIPPING NOTICE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour purchases are shipped from our fulfillment center within 3-5 business days of placing your order (business days exclude weekends or Canadian provincial or federal holidays). Please note that your purchases will be shipped within this timeframe, not delivered. 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