Joseph Brinton and his staff in Portland Oregon make these very affordable and stylish earrings.  The earwires are all sterling silver or 14k gold filled.  The main parts are brass, nickel-silver, copper or aluminum. Every part is coated with a tarnish resistant clear coat. Various techniques are used to treat the surfaces including air brushed organic enamels, texture-rolling, bead-blasting and hammering. Every item is designed by Joseph and assembled in his shop in Portland Oregon.