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Teodoro Melendez and Family share the natural beauty of amethyst, gem of spiritual wisdom, with the design of this bracelet. The stretch bracelet is crafted by hand with chip cut amethysts.
- 11 grams
- 0.39 oz
- 17 cm Interior Circumference x 0.6 cm W
- 6.75" Inner Circ. x 0.2" W
- Amethyst
- Natural stone - some variations in color and/or pattern are to be expected
- Made in Peru.
- Certified and shipped by our office in Andes
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10/27/2019
"Really, really nice"
My friend loves this bracelet.
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10/07/2019
"Lovely sparkle of Amethyst"
I love this bracelet, it is great for everyday use and adds a little sparkle but I love the fact that it is nuggets of amethyst.
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Nature's Wisdom, Handcrafted Amethyst Stretch Bracelet
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04/05/2019
"Lovely bracelet!"
My niece loved this bracelet! Its stretchy and easy to get on and off.
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Nature's Wisdom, Handcrafted Amethyst Stretch Bracelet
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03/13/2018
"Such a pretty bracelet!"
Its a beautiful bracelet, perfect size for my wrist. I love it!Very nice made!
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Nature's Wisdom, Handcrafted Amethyst Stretch Bracelet
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03/12/2020
"Repeat purchase because these are great!"
I lost one earring after about a year of wearing these as a go-to pair of earrings and am buying these again. They are lightweight which is fabulous, and have a nice reflective sheen and added movement with the amethyst beads.
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03/12/2020
"Great addition to my earring collection"
I love the design and color.
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Teodoro’s eight children are grown and he now has 20 grandchildren. During difficult economic times, he assists with his grandchildren’s education.
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.
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.
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.
This artist is an elder master and continues to actively practice their craft.
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Write a review"One of my most cherished moment was when I had a small workshop and my children, Carlos and Alicia, where with me while I was cutting gems by hand."
