The young at heart, gardeners, and cowgirls will be delighted with these bronze cactus post earrings - it's striped detail is so cute! Nothing expresses love of the Southwest like the Sauaro cactus. These cute stud earrings feature a sterling silver post and ear backing. People all know what a cactus is, but there is a lot more to it than just something prickly. Cacti thrive in the harshest of conditions, require little water and care, and yet all boast unbelievably beautiful blossoms. They're incredibly diverse, having developed very specialized structures in order to survive harsh conditions. This is a plant that can handle what's thrown at it. In terms of symbolic meaning, the cactus represents endurance, the beauty of being different, and longevity.