Living Nature - Frog Sterling Silver and Jade Frog Dangle Earrings _artisan--novica-artisan-10602 a bill pocket

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An intricate glass mosaic in shades of green surrounds a favorite 4 by 6 inch photograph

this accessory swings from sterling hooks

Guatemala's Zandra Lorena Sajbin crafts a sterling silver ring of regal beauty

by Narayani highlights the unique beauty of lapis lazuli

Living Nature - Frog Sterling Silver and Jade Frog Dangle Earrings _artisan--novica-artisan-10602 a bill pocketFor the indigenous people of pre Columbian America, especially the Mayas, the yaax chich or 'jade' meant life, fertility, and power. It was the most precious object, even above gold. These dangle earrings, by Guatemalan artisan Zandra Lorena Sajbin, feature dark green jade ovals on silver ear wires with an etched frog design. Says Sajbin of her designs, 'God has given us the wonderful gift that is nature: flora and fauna. These pieces represent all