MATERIALS:
Sterling silver and real Malachite.
MEASUREMENTS:
Clip on earrings measure approximately 1" long (including hook) and 1/2" at widest point.
DESCRIPTION:
Looking at such beauty tells the capabilities of Native American art! This piece of Native American jewelry is Navajo hand crafted by artist Jan Mariano, out of genuine sterling silver and real Malachite stones. The earrings have a total of TWO stones (ONE in each earring) that are delicately placed in hand cut bezel settings, while mini silver beads and hand cut designs highlight for a magnificent finish. Earrings are stamped sterling.
Malachite is famous for its radial banding and deep green color. Popular today for use in Southwestern style jewelry, malachite was also popular in the past with the ancient Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans. It was worn as a good luck charm to keep away danger and illness. It is believed to balance and stabilize ones emotions.
