Hammered Earrings Collection
Where can you find an industrial warehouse next door to a trendy cafe and an art gallery? The South of Market neighborhood of San Francisco brings an eclectic mix of industrial, retail, art space and dining storefronts together, creating a picturesque stretch of cityscape with a personality all its own.
The John S. Brana Handmade SoMa Earrings Jewelry Collection brings the attitude and spirit of SoMa to life and puts a dazzling finishing touch on any outfit.
Large Copper Open Marquise Dangle Earrings
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Medium Pierced Copper Clover Drop Earrings
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Large Hammered Copper Clover Drop Earrings
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Small Pierced Hammered Copper Arabesque Flower
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Large Pierced Hammered Copper Arabesque Flower Earrings
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Medium Hammered Copper Arabesque Shield Earrings
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Small Hammered Copper Pierced Quatrefoil Dangle Earrings
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Hammered Copper Pierced Moroccan Drop Earrings
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Small Pierced Hammered Copper Arabesque Shield Earrings
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Small Hammered Copper Marrakesh Drop Earrings
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Large Pierced Hammered Copper Marrakesh Earrings
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Small Hammered Copper Quatrefoil Dangle Earrings
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Pierced Hammered Copper Arabesque Shield Earrings
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Long Teardrop Copper Bark Earrings
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Mini Marquise Hammered Bronze Drop Earrings
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Large Hammered Copper Open Teardrop Earrings
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Hammered Stainless Steel Drop Earrings
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Mini Hammered Stainless Steel Drop Earrings
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Mini Chased Stainless Steel Drop Earrings
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Hammered Stainless Steel Leaf Drop Earrings
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Hammered Stainless Steel Long Teardrop Earrings
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Small Hammered Stainless Steel Teardrop Earrings
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Medium Hammered Stainless Steel Teardrop Earrings
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Hammered Triangular Stainless Steel Drop Earrings
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Hammered Stainless Steel Marrakesh Drop Earrings
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Chased Stainless Steel Leaf Drop Earrings
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Chased Stainless Steel Long Teardrop Earrings
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Hammered Stainless Steel Teardrop Earrings
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Hammered Long Aluminum Tear Drop Earrings
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Chased Aluminum Leaf Drop Earrings
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Large Hammered Aluminum Tear Drop Earrings
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Mini Hammered Aluminum Drop Earrings
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Mini Chased Aluminum Drop Earrings
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Long Chased Nu Gold Brass Tear Drop Earrings
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Chased Aluminum Long Tear Drop Earrings
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Hammered Copper Teardrop Earrings
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Chased Copper Dangle Drop Earrings
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Hammered Bronze Triangular Earrings
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Hammered Bronze Leaf Earrings
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Chased Bronze Three Tiered Dangle Earrings
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Large Brushed Bronze Teardrop Earrings
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Hammered Aluminum Sunburst Earrings
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Hammered Aluminum Arabesque Drop Earrings
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Hammered Aluminum Open Teardrop Earrings
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Hammered Bronze Three Tiered Dangle Earrings
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Hammered Bronze Long Teardrop Earrings
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Hammered Bronze Teardrop Earrings
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Small Hammered Bronze Teardrop Earrings
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Hammered earrings are earrings whose metal surface has been struck by hand with a hammer, leaving small facets that catch light as you move. This SoMa collection by John S. Brana, named after San Francisco's South of Market district, offers hammered designs across several metals, lengths and shapes.
How to Choose Hammered Earrings
Hammering dimples the metal so it catches light from every angle. The choice is metal, length and how heavy the texture is.
| Option | What it is | Who it suits | Check before ordering |
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| Mini and small drops | Under 2 inches, minimal swing | Office and daily wear | Whether the texture reads at that size |
| Medium drops | 2 to 2 1/2 inches | Day to evening wear | Neckline and hair length |
| Large drops | Over 2 1/2 inches | Statement and evening wear | Metal weight at that scale |
| Open frames | Cut-out centres rather than solid faces | Scale without weight | That you prefer an airier look |
Criteria that matter most
- Metal weight – aluminum is featherlight, copper and brass sit in the middle, silver and gold are heaviest
- Why hammered – the texture disguises everyday scratches far better than a polished surface
- Ear wires – steel and gold-filled suit sensitive ears best
Which Hammered Earrings Suit Which Shopper
The criteria that matter are length, metal weight and ear wire metal. Match your need below.
- You need office or daily earrings – choose a mini or small drop under 2 inches.
- You want day to evening wear – choose a medium drop of 2 to 2 1/2 inches.
- You want a statement without weight – choose a large aluminum design or an open frame.
- You are hard on jewelry – hammered texture hides everyday scratches better than polished metal.
- You have sensitive ears – choose steel or gold-filled ear wires.
Collection Details
| Attribute | Detail |
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| Collection | Hammered Earrings Collection |
| Made by | John S. Brana, handcrafted in San Francisco |
| Packaging | Gift boxed |
| Returns | See the returns policy |
| Prices, stock and product details last confirmed | 29 September 2026 |
Prices, stock and product details on this page were last reviewed on 29 September 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What does hammering do to the metal?
It creates dozens of small facets that reflect light in different directions, so the earrings flash as you move rather than reflecting flatly.
Q2. Will the hammered texture wear off?
No. Hammering shapes the metal itself rather than adding a surface coating, so the texture is permanent.
Q3. Which hammered earrings are lightest?
Aluminum. It weighs a fraction of brass, copper or silver at the same size, which is why the largest designs are made in it.
Q4. Do hammered earrings hide scratches?
Yes, far better than polished metal. New marks blend into the existing texture rather than standing out.