Dimensions:
Band Width - 0.3 inch
Inside diameter length - 2.5 inches
Inside diameter width - 2 inches
Weight - 19 grams
Materials from the Good Earth:
.950 Sterling Silver
Yellow Nacre
Mother of Pearl
Malachite
Azurite
Red Coral
Spiny Oyster
Lapis
Sugalite
This Peruvian bracelet is the modern interpretation of ancient Inca Pachamama influence and is created by the family run business of Urin Huanca* doing business from Lima, Peru.. Pachamama (or locally, Earth Mother) is Beauty and Vibrancy and She lives in the beautiful materials of nature in Peru, beautiful materials as this bracelet is created from. This piece is in three sections and has two hinges. There are 8 species of shell & gemstones used. All of the silver is hand crafted with the highest purity of .950 Sterling. Each of section contains 21 individual pieces of inlay for a total of 63 individual gemstones. The designs mimic the patterns used in the ancient Inca calendars. The materials are semi precious gemstones. This is not an adjustable bracelet.
The skill required to create this is a culmination of generations of learning handed down over the ages. Made in Peru by Peruvians who have inherited this tradition, this bracelet is created from materials found within its borders. It is a time consuming masterpiece. Its beauty will enhance the existing loveliness of the wearer.
The asking price reflects the quality and number of materials used, and the precise craftsmanship needed to hand craft it. This bracelet uses a two method clasp of both snap and box.
More Information:
*Urin Huanca is THE preeminent family owned jewelry business in South America, doing business in Lima, Peru, reaching back to the 1930's. With only a dozen or so employees, access to their works of art can be limited. This family of craftsmen create wonders which come from the culture of their Incan ancestors and now they have taken their place as contemporary Masters. There are many who attempt to copy their work, but Urin Huanca supplies the finest in both the silver and quality and skill of the the perfect inlay pieces.
Each of the pieces are from the natural wonders of Peru on the land and on their shores. The craftsmen take the time to individually pick each of the precious stones and shells to be used. Each piece is very carefully and delicately cut and laid. Fine silver filaments are inserted between pieces in a perfect preciseness only generational hands are capable of. The designs were originally created by the Inca. Now their descendants recreate this with their own contemporary touch. And, in addition to all of this, they insist on using the highest grade .950 pure silver, also from Peru. These pieces are expertly created by a small team of artisans who value and treasure their ancestors gifts of creation from the ancient past. This Peruvian jewelry is not for the tourist trade, but rather for the discriminating buyer looking for true and authentic magnificence in their acquisitions.
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