ancient mayan jewelry (13 items)
Mayan Midwife
Hand-Carved Wood Sculpture of a Mayan Woman from Guatemala
Mayan Midwife, Hand-Carved Wood Sculpture of a Mayan Woman from Guatemala
Nicolas Chavez Sojuel
Guatemalan artisan Nicolas Chavez Sojuel designs a sculpture to depict a Mayan midwife standing atop a base, carving it by hand of cedar wood. Small details, such as the decorations on her clothing... read more$469.99Artist: Nicolas Chavez Sojuel
Sacred Quetzal
Jade Earrings and Necklace Sterling Silver Jewelry Set
Sacred Quetzal, Jade Earrings and Necklace Sterling Silver Jewelry Set
Zandra Lorena Sajbin
Resplendent in sterling silver, the quetzal bird was believed to be the god of air by the ancient Maya. Today it is Guatemala's national symbol. Classed as a near-threatened species, a quetzal hides... read more$244.98Artist: Zandra Lorena Sajbin
Ya'ax Chich Colors
Jade link bracelet
Ya'ax Chich Colors, Jade link bracelet
Length: 7.5"
Zandra Lorena Sajbin
The ancient Maya treasured ya'ax chich (jade), for they believed it was a sacred gem. Zandra Lorena Sajbin highlights the beauty of this legendary gem in its four natural shades — dark and light... read more$214.99Artist: Zandra Lorena Sajbin
Mint Green B'olom
Artisan Crafted Jewelry Jade Necklace in Sterling Silver
Mint Green B'olom, Artisan Crafted Jewelry Jade Necklace in Sterling Silver
Length: 18"
Jimenez Family
Prized by the ancient Maya, jade centers the fascinating design of this necklace by the Jimenez Family. The necklace is centered by nine jades. For the Maya, number nine is an important numeral which... read more$249.99Artist: Jimenez Family
Uniqueness
Jade and Sterling Silver Necklace Handmade Jewelry
Uniqueness, Jade and Sterling Silver Necklace Handmade Jewelry
Length: 18"
Zandra Lorena Sajbin
"I love this design if I may say so myself!" admits Guatemala's Zandra Lorena Sajbin. "I wanted to combine several geometric shapes." The original design of this necklace seems to... read more$269.99Artist: Zandra Lorena Sajbin
Dark Green B'olom
Dark Green Jade on Sterling Silver Necklace from Guatemala
Dark Green B'olom, Dark Green Jade on Sterling Silver Necklace from Guatemala
Length: 18"
Jimenez Family
Prized by the ancient Maya, jade centers the fascinating design of this necklace by the Jimenez Family. The necklace is centered by nine jades. For the Maya, number nine is an important numeral which... read more$257.99Artist: Jimenez Family
Quetzalcoatl God of Life
Men's Taxco Sterling Silver Quetzalcoatl God Chain Bracelet
Quetzalcoatl God of Life, Men's Taxco Sterling Silver Quetzalcoatl God Chain Bracelet
Roy Nilson
Embrace the mystique of ancient civilizations with this striking men's sterling silver chain bracelet inspired by Quetzalcoatl or the Feathered Serpent, the Aztec and Mayan god of life. Epitomizing... read more$429.99Artist: Roy Nilson
Maya Bird of Peace and Love
Cultured Pearl Agate & Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace
Maya Bird of Peace and Love, Cultured Pearl Agate & Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace
Rosa Rojo
An ancient Maya legend tells how the gods gave a specific mission to each being they created. But they realized none had been chosen to carry thoughts and desires from one place to another," says... read more$589.99Artist: Rosa Rojo
Night Green B'olom
Dark Green Jade Necklace Hand Made in Sterling Silver
Night Green B'olom, Dark Green Jade Necklace Hand Made in Sterling Silver
Length: 18"
Jimenez Family
Prized by the ancient Maya, very dark jade is called "verde noche" (night green) by artisans in modern day Guatemala. The fascinating design of this necklace by the Jimenez Family is... read more$249.99Artist: Jimenez Family
Love Immemorial
Jade heart necklace
Love Immemorial, Jade heart necklace
Length: 18"
Zandra Lorena Sajbin
Historically worn to attract love, jade was regarded as a sacred stone by the ancient Maya. Zandra Lorena Sajbin carves green jade into voluptuous hearts for this elegant necklace. She crafts the... read more$204.99Artist: Zandra Lorena Sajbin
Love Immemorial
Heart Shaped Jade Sterling Silver Link Bracelet
Love Immemorial, Heart Shaped Jade Sterling Silver Link Bracelet
Length: 7.5"
Zandra Lorena Sajbin
Historically worn to attract love, jade was regarded as a sacred stone by the ancient Maya. Zandra Lorena Sajbin carves light green jade into voluptuous hearts for this elegant bracelet. She crafts... read more$227.99Artist: Zandra Lorena Sajbin
Majestic Jaguars
Men's Taxco Sterling Silver Cuff Bracelet with Jaguar Motif
Majestic Jaguars, Men's Taxco Sterling Silver Cuff Bracelet with Jaguar Motif
Roy Nilson
A jaguar god was at the heart of the most important Mesoamerican civilizations. In the rich tapestry of Mayan and Mexican cultures, this formidable creature stands as a potent symbol of life... read more$534.99Artist: Roy Nilson
Soul Mates
Handcrafted Heart Shaped Sterling Silver Link Jade Bracelet
Soul Mates, Handcrafted Heart Shaped Sterling Silver Link Jade Bracelet
Length: 7.5"
Zandra Lorena Sajbin
Historically worn to attract love, jade was regarded as a sacred stone by the ancient Maya. Zandra Lorena Sajbin carves green and lilac jade into voluptuous hearts for this elegant bracelet. She... read more$237.99Artist: Zandra Lorena Sajbin