Amber Beaded Waterfall Earrings - Mexico
$ 30.00
Meet our newest piece in our amber collection! Made lovingly by our artisans in Mexico with an authentic pieces of amber. Card includes the story of Amber and how to wear it.
Mexican amber is around 20 million years old and comes from Simojovel which is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico. It is far more rare than Baltic amber and is naturally is found in warm honey, red and orange tones.
Amber has long been considered a stone of protection. In southern Mexico and Central America local Mayans continue to wear it to ward off the evil eye. It is said to bring good luck and romance. Amber is known to draw out and clear bad energy/vibes while promoting a cheerful, sunny outlook. Natural amber is a fossilized resin, and no two pieces are alike in shape and color.
- 0.40" W x 1.75" H (approximate as each varies with its uniqueness)
- French hooks made of stainless steel
- Handmade in Mexico
- Colors: Amber
- Each is unique and colors may vary slightly from photo
- Made following Fair Trade guidelines
Their jewelry and handbag collection is hand woven by over 150 Mayan and Hmong women artisans in the highlands of Guatemala, Mexico and Northern Thailand.
Their commitment to the principals of Fair Trade create avenues of employment for economically disadvantaged artisans. With your help we will continue to provide an alternative source of income to these indigenous women!