{"product_id":"us117-21039-artisan-crafted-sterling-silver-and-light-green-earrings-light-green-sacred-quetzal","title":"Artisan Crafted Sterling Silver and Light Green Earrings 'Light Green Sacred Quetzal'","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRef No: us117-21039\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign\u003c\/strong\u003e: Born in Quiché in 1983 and raised in San Lucas Tolimán, this artisan discovered her passion for jewelry alongside her husband, who taught her to craft silver pieces. What began with a simple pair of earrings soon became a livelihood, sustained by perseverance and the support of her first client, her son’s pediatrician. Today, she and her husband run a workshop where they design jewelry that blends silver with jade, a stone revered by the ancient Maya as sacred and protective. Inspired by tradition, she seeks to honor her heritage while creating pieces that appeal to both locals and international visitors. Her work has been recognized by Guatemala’s Tourism Institute for its quality and artistry, and she takes pride in teaching her two sons the craft to carry on the family legacy. Each creation reflects her values of love, resilience, and cultural preservation, offering jewelry imbued with meaning and tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e: These Artisan Crafted Sterling Silver and Light Green Earrings by Independent Artisans, titled 'Light Green Sacred Quetzal,' are a tribute to Maya tradition and Guatemalan culture from artisan Zandra Lorena Sajbin. The earrings feature a sterling silver quetzal bird, which was believed to be the god of air by the ancient Maya and is now Guatemala's national symbol. The quetzal hides behind droplets of light green jade, a sacred and protective stone. This piece is a beautiful reflection of the artisan's heritage and her values of love and cultural preservation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrice: \u003c\/strong\u003ePlease note price may vary due to exchange rate differences or shipping, duties and taxes. Final price is calculated at checkout at the boutique's website.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials\u003c\/strong\u003e: Handcrafted in Guatemala from .925 sterling silver and jade with a high-polish finish, these earrings measure 1.7 inches L x 0.6 inches W x 0.2 inches D.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Zandra Lorena Sajbin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51449516818770,"sku":"us117-21039","price":129.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/9417\/0706\/files\/image_0e28fb7a-0e42-4f11-950a-b76504b805e4.jpg?v=1757092205","url":"https:\/\/www.aureusboutique.com\/products\/us117-21039-artisan-crafted-sterling-silver-and-light-green-earrings-light-green-sacred-quetzal","provider":"Aureus Boutique","version":"1.0","type":"link"}