DESCRIPTION OF THE JEWELLERY
穗SUI is the collection of our rings with hanging decorations. This open-ended silver ring is completely handmade by the artisan Shuigen WU from Shidong, Guizhou. The pattern on main body are butterflies and flower. The Miao believe they are descended from the Butterfly Mother, who laid 12 eggs, one of which hatched and became the Miao people. The hanging decoration are fish and bloom. The fish symbolizes the pray for children and beloved ones.
Technique: Knitting skill is used to create this piece. It is one of the most skillful and patient work in the silversmithing process. Artisans need to twist two silver wires which are thinner than human hair and knit with the strand in the frame before welding. Through knitting, various linear decorations are presented, which are exquisite and exquisite. Miao silvermaking has been threatened to disappear and was inscribed in National Intangible Cultural Heritage List.
Material: Fine silver and sterling silver- 8g.
*Fine silver has a millesimal fineness of 999. Also called pure silver, it is less and less used in jewellery making due to its soft feature that increases the difficulty in the making process. However, to respect the tradition in the region, artisans insist to use fine silver to create high-qualified pieces with exquisite technique.
Size: Main Body:3.2cm*1.5cm Hangings: 2cm *Adjustable in size
Artisan: Shuigen Wu is from Longtang village of Shidong where silver jewellery has a long and abundant history. He is considered among the top silversmiths in the Miao region and honored as national inheritor of Miao silver forging skills (only four people in China) due to his marvelous handcrafts. Shuigen was even received by President Xi.
ABOUT CUNZU
At CUNZU, every piece begins with a story of place.
Founded in Paris, CUNZU begins with Hmong silver—a living craft where every thread of silver carries the spirit of the mountains, the memory of home, and generations of artistry. For the Hmong people, jewelry is more than adornment; it is a legacy shaped by patience, devotion, and the human hand.
Rooted in this tradition, CUNZU works hand in hand with master artisans to preserve heritage craftsmanship while reimagining it through a contemporary design language. Every piece is meticulously handmade, honoring time-honored techniques and the quiet beauty of slow fashion.
Our journey starts with Hmong silver and extends to exceptional crafts from around the world, connecting artisan communities through thoughtful design and enduring partnerships. We believe authentic luxury is created by the hands that make it. By celebrating handmade craftsmanship and timeless fashion jewelry, we hope these remarkable traditions continue to be worn, cherished, and passed from one generation to the next.
CARE INSTRUCTIONS
All silver jewellery will age and tarnish naturally. Store your pieces individually in small zip-lock plastic bags after having removed as much air as possible. To clean silver jewelry with pearls, use a clean, soft cloth or a sponge to apply a small amount of the silver cleansing cream to the silver item and to avoid the pearl. Rinse the silver item thoroughly with water and pat the silver item dry with a clean, soft cloth. We also provide jewellery care services, please contact us if it’s needed.