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Amethyst and Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings from Peru, "Forever Purple"

Product ID: 286177

Ovals of purple amethyst adorn the ears in this pair of Peruvian dangle earrings. Teodoro Melendez and Family work together to handcraft each earring... more

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Ovals of purple amethyst adorn the ears in this pair of Peruvian dangle earrings. Teodoro Melendez and Family work together to handcraft each earring from sterling silver, accented with petite beads that fall just below the hooks.

  • 8 grams
  • 0.29 oz
  • 5.1 cm L x 1.3 cm W x 1 cm D
  • 2" L x 0.5" W x 0.4" D

  • 925 sterling silver, amethyst
  • Color(s) may vary slightly
  • Hook earrings
  • High polish finish
  • Gemstone may have inclusions; this is normal and does not indicate a defect
  • Made in Peru
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Peruicon info
  • Product ID: 286177
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Teodoro Melendez and Family
Teodoro Melendez and Family

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Sterling silver and gemstone jewelry

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Joyce

From Manhattan, NY

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Jan 20, 2020

Good Design Proportions”

Forever Purple earrings do not live up to the name. The pair I received was extreme slight purple. However, I gave 5 stars because the earrings looked good worn with Inca necklace made by Teodoro Melendez & Family. Also the design proportions are just right to enhance appearance. Happy with purchase.

Purchased Item Forever Purple, Amethyst and Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings from Peru

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Debra

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Feb 15, 2025

Adventurine Flowers”

These look nice when going out to dine!

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Donna

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Oct 02, 2024

Cherished gift”

Quality and beauty

For fancy occasions and every day use too

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Enabling Education

Enabling Education

Teodoro’s eight children are grown and he now has 20 grandchildren. During difficult economic times, he assists with his grandchildren’s education.

Preserving Traditions

Preserving Traditions

Exposed to the unique designs of pre-Hispanic culture by his father, an archeologist and museum curator, Teodoro turned his interest into a livelihood. He learned the hammering, stamping, burning and casting techniques of early craftsmen, using them to create unique jewelry steeped in the culture of ancient Peru. Through his family workshop, he continues to pass these techniques to other artisans. Teodoro has dedicated his life’s work to perpetuating pre-Hispanic jewelry design and production techniques, many of which he was introduced to by Victor Larco, the founder of the Pre-Columbian Museum in Lima.

Confronting Adversity

Confronting Adversity

In his ninth decade of life, Teodoro is no longer able to work and often requires assistance with walking and daily activities. His son and daughter now care for him. In spite of his poor health, he continues to spend time at his workshop, inspiring and guiding the creation of the art he has dedicated his life to.

Microcredit Financing

Microcredit Financing

Teodoro Melendez and Family has received 7 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $300 and the most recent for $1500. Proceeds were used to purchase materials such as silver for his work.

Elder Master

Elder Master

This artist is an elder master and continues to actively practice their craft.

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