NOVICA Handmade Heart Shaped Jade Pendant Necklace
NOVICA Heart Shaped Necklace
Historically worn to attract love, jade was regarded as a sacred stone by the ancient Maya. Zandra Lorena Sajbin carves green jade into a voluptuous heart for the design of this necklace. She crafts the necklace by heart with sterling silver.
Handmade Pendant Necklace
Weight : 0.17 oz
Length : 18" L
Width : 2 mm W
Pendant(s) : 1.1" L x 0.6" W x 0.2" D
Material : Sterling silver and jade
Country of Origin : Guatemala.
Artisan Crafted Jade Necklace
This handmade heart necklace can be worn on any occasion, making them an ideal accessory for someone who enjoys having variety in their jewelry. The jewelry can either be kept with yourself or gifted to your loved ones.
Meet The Artist Behind The Masterpiece
Zandra Lorena Sajbin
My son's pediatrician and a priest from San Lucas Toliman, whom I regard as my father, are my guardian angels. I'm a happy person who loves to chat, I'm honest and responsible, and I'm also a little bit strict. I was born in 1983 in Quiché but I grew up in an orphanage in San Lucas Toliman. At first, my husband and I had a hard time selling our silver jewelry, as we didn't have any clients. One day, when we didn't have money for food, I went to see our son's pediatrician and he bought a few pieces. He was our first client. The first thing I ever made on my own was a pair of silver earrings. My husband taught me so I could help him. I remember watching him work on his own 'til all hours of the night and I really wanted to learn how to craft jewelry.
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About this item: Historically worn to attract love, jade was regarded as a sacred stone by the ancient Maya. Zandra Lorena Sajbin carves green jade into a voluptuous heart for the design of this necklace. She crafts the necklace by heart with sterling silver. .925 Sterling silver chain and setting. Mariner chain measures 18" long and 2mm wide. It closes with a spring ring clasp. Pendant is heart-shaped and measures 1.1" long by .6" wide at the widest point.
About our Artist: My son's pediatrician and a priest from San Lucas Toliman, who I regard as my father, are my guardian angels. I'm a happy person who loves to chat, I'm honest and responsible, and I'm also a little bit strict. I was born on May 23, 1983 in Quiché but I grew up in an orphanage in San Lucas Toliman. At first my husband and I had a hard time selling our silver jewelry, we didn't have any clients. One day, when we didn't have money for food, I went to see our son's pediatrician and he bought a few pieces. He was our first client. The first thing I ever made on my own was a pair of silver earrings. My husband taught me so I could help him. I remember watching him work on his own 'til all hours of the night and I really wanted to learn how to craft jewelry. Finally the day came when he asked me to help him and that's how I started. As I saw the jewelry I had been crafting and saw how beautiful it was I felt happy -- everyone kept saying how much they liked what I had made! It's not been easy getting established as an artisan because silver is very expensive and it's difficult to purchase. But when you set your own mind to it, you can achieve your goals.
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