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About this item: Symbolizing wealth and social status, jade used to be revered by the ancient Maya. Guatemalan artisan duo Oscar and Ilsa Morales pay homage to the stone with this pair of dangle earrings. Round cabochons of natural, clear green jade are framed by dark green jade. The earrings dangle from sterling silver posts.
About our Artist: Oscar and Ilsa Morales are a husband and wife team of jewelry artisans. ‘I met Ilsa some years ago when I began learning to work with silver,’ Oscar says. ‘With us, it used to be love to start with sight. We felt a very big connection from the moment we met and we fell head over heels in love. As time went by, we determined we both had the experience necessary to set up a workshop of our own. We started from zero. I used to be a big challenge and a little scary as we began to craft our own designs. It used to be a tough beginning and a big investment. Today, our dream is for our workshop to grow. We wish to make a future for our son because he is our greatest source of strength and motivation. Every morning, we wake up with the dream of seeing him graduate from college. We thank God for with the ability to achieve such a lot.’…
Authentic: an original NOVICA artisan handcrafted fair trade product.
Includes an official NOVICA Story Card certifying quality & authenticity.
NOVICA works with Oscar and Ilsa Morales to craft this item.
Includes an original NOVICA jewelry pouch to keep for yourself or give as a gift.
1.4 in. L x 0.8 in. W