Jewelry of the Andes
Jade necklace, 'Generosity'
Creating a sense of opulence, clusters of jade are set with sterling beads. Carla Bettocchi centers the choker with their a lavish collection of stones and frames it with sleek green beads. She completes the necklace with twin strands of gems. .
Caramel onyx necklace, 'Exquisite Sun'
The exquisite glow of caramel onyx is rich and translucent. It contrasts nicely with the cool metallic glow of sterling silver, inspiring Rosa Maria and Norka's radiant design. .
Mahogany necklace, 'Scarlet Bouquet'
The fabulous design of this necklace celebrates nature's exuberant beauty. Ilaria creates myriad pendants carved from mahogany and shaped like scarlet bells. They embrace the luminous beauty of silver flowers. .950 rating silver.
Chrysocolla and sodalite choker, 'Fields and Oceans'
Gemstones take place of pride in this dramatic necklace by Sandra and Lily. Clasped in silver, a square of sodalite encloses the oceans' blue. Above, chrysocolla melds the blue green beauty of verdant fields. The gemstone pendant is worn on a sleek silver choker. .
Chrysocolla choker, 'Bouquet'
Finely crafted of silver, a shining bouquet embraces a deep blue gemstone. Regina Flores selects chrysocolla, a favorite stone of this talented Peruvian designer. Named Uchuy (Miniature) en Quechua, the necklace is sleek and beautiful.
Amazonite necklace, 'Heavenly Angel'
This inspiring angel is dressed with the heavenly glow of amazonite. Designed by Peru's Gilda Vega, the pendant centers a chain of glistening silver beads. .950 rating silver.
Mate gourd necklace, 'Doves and a Monkey'
This necklace exudes an elegant work of fantasy as doves fly round the world with a message of peace. A monkey smiles as it receives their message in an inspired composition by the Quispe Family.
Sodalite necklace, 'Talisman'
Inspired by ancient Inca design, Julio Chocano creates a beautiful talisman. He sets the polished silver with sodalite. Valued for its ability to lead to self knowledge, sodalite soothes and clears the mind, relieving fear. It is beautifully suspended from a delicate chain. 0.
Necklace, 'Heart Blossoms'
Dazzling in silver magnificence, this necklace features a chain of tiny blossoms escorting a faithful heart. Giovanni Larnia designs this original piece for her "Tallan" collection, named after the pre-Inca culture that flourished in Peru's Piura region. .925 silver rating.
Onyx necklace, 'Lemon Rose'
Meticulously sculpted from yellow onyx, a rose blossoms on a black leather cord. Onyx is considered a stabilizing presence in life's difficult or confusing times.