MATERIALS:
Sterling Silver, real Turquoise, Jet, Yellow Mother of Pearl, Mother of Pearl, and Coral.
MEASUREMENTS:
Post dangle earrings measure approximately 1-3/8" long and 3/4" at widest point.
DESCRIPTION:
If you are looking for elegance and beauty, you have found it! This piece of Native American jewelry is Zuni hand crafted by artist Delorna Laahi, out of genuine sterling silver, real Turquoise, Jet, Yellow Mother of Pearl, Mother of Pearl, and Coral inlay. The inlay is gently set set, while thin silver lines accent in between for a gorgeous finish. The earrings are hallmarked.
Turquoise is the birthstone of December. It is believed that turquoise tends to bring good fortune, strength and helps overcome illness. Turquoise got its name from the Levantine traders called Turks who brought the stone to Europe from Persia via Turkey centuries ago. Native Americans have prized turquoise since the time of the Aztecs, who mined it in New Mexico. The natural variations that occur in turquoise are part of its appeal and beauty.
Corals are known to be very soothing and very protective. Coral is of an organic origin; it is the skeletal remains of marine animals called Coral Polyps. Colonies of these tiny creatures build branching structures as they grow, gradually forming reefs and atolls.
