These small natural shaped oval earrings made from recycled sterling silver are engraved with the Chinese character 'Ying' for 'courage.' The symbol depicts a 'person' with arms spread wide to signify 'an adult' standing alone in a 'wide open space'; thick with 'grass' – a wilderness signifies 'courage,' for he does not fear this place where wild animals roam. Each earrings measure approximately ¾" in length and 1/4" in width on sterling silver ear wire.