This handmade creation is offered in partnership with NOVICA, in association with National Geographic.
In present day Guatemala, Zandra Lorena Sajbin shares the unique beauty of black jade in handcrafted sterling silver earrings. The ancient Maya regarded jade earrings as a sacred symbol of life, fertility and power reserved for the aristocracy.
Product Features:
- Style: Button
- Gemstone colors: Black
- Gemstone shapes: Round
- Two bezel-set round-cut black jades each measure 10 mm
- Metal: Sterling silver
- Finish: High polish
- Clasp: Butterfly
- Dimensions: 5 mm high x 10 mm diameter
Story Behind the Art:
Zandra Lorena Sajbin says, 'The first thing I ever made on my own was a pair of silver earrings. My husband taught me so I could help him. I felt happy as I saw the jewelry I had crafted and how beautiful it was.'
The handcrafted touch of artisan skill creates variations in color, size and design. If buying two of the same item, slight differences should be expected. Note: Color discrepancies may occur between this product and your computer screen.
Imported
All weights and measurements are approximate and may vary slightly from the listed information. Treatment code TB (jade). See for further information.
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