Green Valley Chakana Chrysocolla Chakana Cross Filigree Dangle Earrings from Peru _artisan--inzuki-designs-tag-boilerplate A design typical of Quetzalcoatl

A design typical of Quetzalcoatl

18-karat-gold plated bands complement the selectively oxidized sterling silver

Thailand's Wadarat Supasirisuk calls upon classic Thai fashions for the design of these handcrafted sterling silver earrings

The bird has an unobtrusive hook on its back for easy hanging

Green Valley Chakana Chrysocolla Chakana Cross Filigree Dangle Earrings from Peru _artisan--inzuki-designs-tag-boilerplate A design typical of QuetzalcoatlSymbolizing the union of the spiritual and mortal worlds, the chakana cross originates from several pre Hispanic cultures, including the Inca. Nancy Quispe of Peru pays homage to the chakana, handcrafting it with intricate sterling silver filigree in this pair of dangle earrings. Each cross is set with a round stone of natural chrysocolla in the center, evoking the green valleys of the Andes. materials: 925 sterling silver, chrysocolla Hook earrings