Gold Plated Sterling Silver Flower Necklace from Peru 'Glistening Petals'

Born in Lima in 1969, Marianela Vargas Balarezo has always felt a deep calling to jewelry-making. Although she explored other paths, a health challenge in 2003 redirected her toward the art she had loved since childhood. She began with private classes and workshops, quickly becoming captivated by the expressive potential of silver. Marianela describes her designs as bold and extroverted, infused with a sense of vitality that mirrors her own resilience. She employs a wide range of silversmithing techniques to bring her creations to life, focusing on originality, expressiveness, and beauty. Her jewelry has been recognized in Peru and exhibited internationally, including at the International Jewelry Show in Hong Kong. For Marianela, jewelry is not only a craft but also a profound form of self-expression and joy, ensuring that Peruvian artistry continues to shine on the world stage.

Handcrafted in 18k gold-plated 925 sterling silver with a combination finish, this necklace weighs 0.07 oz. The serpentine chain is 17.8 inches L and 1 mm W, with a spring ring clasp. The pendant measures 0.4 inches L x 0.4 inches W x 0.1 inches D.

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