Living Nature - Frog Sterling Silver and Jade Frog Dangle Earrings _artisan--novica-artisan-2705 and leaf-like braiding

and leaf-like braiding

20" L x 16" W (51 x 41 cm)

believing that the process of weaving gives him a greater understanding of the fruits of nature

worthy of praise

especially during colder months

Living Nature - Frog Sterling Silver and Jade Frog Dangle Earrings _artisan--novica-artisan-2705 and leaf-like braidingFor 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