The ancient Maya dance was an element of utmost importance in different rituals during the pre-Hispanic era. That motif is the star of Guatemalan designers Ruben and Gilda Perez's original jade...read more
Maya legend tells of how the god of maize used three jade stones to hold up the sky apart from the sea. The ancient Maya deposited three jades in the tombs of the aristocracy, for the green gem came...read more
Once the most valued gem of the Maya people, jade captivates the eye in this pendant necklace. The rectangular black gemstone hangs from a black cotton cord. Artisan Zandra Lorena Sajbin of Guatemala...read more
Perfectly polished, light green jade glows with elegant sophistication in a necklace by Ruben and Gilda Perez. The pendant is expertly crafted by hand and is worn on a black cotton cord. The ancient...read more
A smooth green oval of jade exalts the natural beauty of this sacred gem to the ancient Mayas. Set in sterling silver, the handcrafted necklace is by Guatemala's Ruben and Gilda Perez..925 Sterling...read more
A sleek, open hemisphere evokes the moon, transformed into a necklace by Ruben and Gilda Perez. Worn on a sleek cotton cord, the necklace showcases black ya'ax chich, or Guatemalan jade. .925 Sterling...read more
Working in sterling silver, Oscar Figueroa Escorcia recreates glyphs from the Tzolk'in, or Maya calendar in a stunning bracelet. Images relating to time periods encircle the "carrier of...read more
A single heart is carved of natural black Guatemalan jade, centering this impressive bracelet from Guatemala. Inspired by themes of love, Ruben and Gilda Perez present this pendant bracelet, adorning...read more
In ancient Maya culture, jade was a gemstone of great value and significance. Inspired by this history, artisan Zandra Lorena Sajbin of Guatemala designs a striking pendant necklace. A striking oval...read more
In ancient Maya culture, jade was a gemstone of great value and significance. Inspired by this history, artisan Zandra Lorena Sajbin of Guatemala designs a striking pendant necklace. An alluring oval...read more
Since the ancient times of the Maya, the jade stone has often been associated with vitality and eternity. This distinguished gem is now part of a dapper design crafted by Erick and Ivania from...read more
Once the most valued gem of the Maya people, pale green jade glows in this pendant necklace. The rectangular gemstone dangles from a black cotton cord. Artisan Zandra Lorena Sajbin of Guatemala...read more
Once the most valued gem of the Maya people, natural dark green jade dazzles in this pendant necklace. The rectangular gem hangs from an adjustable black cotton cord. Artisan Zandra Lorena Sajbin of...read more
This necklace is from Pablo Castellano's "Cargadores del tiempo" collection. Meaning "Time Carriers," the term refers to the Maya belief in the four pillars of energy that sustain...read more
Green jade, the exquisite gem treasured by the Maya people, captivates in a magnificent pendant necklace where the feather-shaped stone takes centre stage. Suspended from a sleek black waxed cotton...read more
It is such a simple design, but it always catches the eye. It almost seems edible, and it works with many different styles and colors of outfits. It gets a great deal of use!