Cherry Blossom Crest Earrings

• Made in the U.S.A.
• Solid brass, electroplated with non-tarnishing silver finish, giclee print, hand applied epoxy
• Hypo-allergenic ear wires
• Approximate 1 3/4 inch drop X 1/2 inch width
• Gift boxed

• Product Description

• The cherry blossom motif on these electro-plated earrings comes from a Japanese family crest. Swinging gently like blooms on a branch, they are a pretty reminder of the promise of spring.

Given to the United States as a gift from Japan in 1912, the cherry blossom trees that surround Washington, DC’s Tidal Basin have become a beloved symbol of the United States’ friendship with Japan and of the capital city’s unique culture. The blooming of the cherry blossoms at the end of March attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors annually.

The holdings of the National Archives include historical photographs of the trees throughout the years, documents related to the planting ceremony in 1912, and materials related to the annual National Cherry Blossom Festival.