{"product_id":"us117-27840-checkerboard-faceted-smoky-quartz-drop-earrings-nepenthes-in-brown","title":"Checkerboard Faceted Smoky Quartz Drop Earrings 'Nepenthes in Brown'","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRef No: us117-27840\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign\u003c\/strong\u003e: Zayd Makarim was born in West Java in 1968 and has been drawn to art since childhood, beginning with painting and sculpture before discovering jewelry as his true medium. His path eventually led him to Bali, a place he had long dreamed of visiting, where he worked for a renowned jewelry designer and learned the intricacies of silver and design. The turning point came when he created a pair of earrings as a birthday gift for his wife. Their beauty surprised even him, and the admiration of her friends encouraged him to take his passion seriously. Today, Zayd creates jewelry that blends his artistic sensibility with inspiration drawn from architecture, culture, and the natural world. His wife continues to be a central source of inspiration, shaping his vision of beauty and artistry. Through each piece, Zayd expresses both his personal journey and the wider stories of the world around him.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e: These Checkerboard Faceted Smoky Quartz Drop Earrings 'Nepenthes in Brown' by Zayd Makarim are an elegant and sophisticated accessory. The marquise-shaped smoky quartz gems, totaling eight carats, hang gracefully from sterling silver ear wires. The bezels are skillfully crafted with delicate swirls that hug the edge of the gemstones, showcasing the designer's meticulous attention to detail. This piece is a beautiful blend of natural beauty and artistic craftsmanship, perfect for adding a touch of refined glamour to any look.\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 925 sterling silver and smoky quartz, these earrings measure 1.6 inches L x 0.4 inches W x 0.3 inches D. They feature a combination finish and hook earring backs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Zayd Makarim","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51450190463314,"sku":"us117-27840","price":129.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/9417\/0706\/files\/image_f1c6b4f6-01e0-47ec-ab2b-4fec6e4b6df4.jpg?v=1757024793","url":"https:\/\/www.aureusboutique.com\/products\/us117-27840-checkerboard-faceted-smoky-quartz-drop-earrings-nepenthes-in-brown","provider":"Aureus Boutique","version":"1.0","type":"link"}