Blue Mountain Chakana Sodalite Chakana Cross Filigree Dangle Earrings from Peru The Jimenez Family then woven on a backstrap

then woven on a backstrap loom by skilled women weavers

Elegant arches of sterling silver are decorated with spiral motifs and petite flowers

quartz and glass beads assemble in clusters

This beautiful sculpture from Sarwaedi in Bali depicts the Virgin Mary

Small: 10-12"

Blue Mountain Chakana Sodalite Chakana Cross Filigree Dangle Earrings from Peru The Jimenez Family then woven on a backstrapSymbolizing 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 blue sodalite in the center, evoking the blue skies above the Andes. materials: 925 sterling silver, sodalite Hook earrings