ancient mayan jewelry (32 items)
Maya Calendar
Sterling Silver Jade Pendant from Central America
Maya Calendar, Sterling Silver Jade Pendant from Central America
Length: 2" x 1.5" W x 0.2" D
Pablo Roquel
The Carrier of Time centers a beautiful pendant by Pablo Roquel. One of the ancestors, he represents Cholqij, a Maya calendar comprised of 13 months of 20 days each. Etched in natural jade, the image... read more$77.99$66.29Artist: Pablo Roquel
Love Immemorial
Artisan Crafted Heart Shaped Jade Pendant Necklace
Love Immemorial, Artisan Crafted Heart Shaped Jade Pendant 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 a voluptuous heart for the design of this necklace. She crafts... read more$89.99$82.79Artist: Zandra Lorena Sajbin
Floating in the Breeze
Sterling Silver Pendant Jade Necklace
Floating in the Breeze, Sterling Silver Pendant Jade Necklace
Length: 18"
Zandra Lorena Sajbin
Set in sterling silver, a dark green jade leaf undulates in the soft Guatemalan breeze. Zandra Lorena Sajbin celebrates the endless beauty of jade, sacred to the ancient Maya, with this exquisite... read more$79.99$67.99Artist: Zandra Lorena Sajbin
Dark Maya Quetzal
Hand Made Sterling Silver Dangle Jade Earrings
Dark Maya Quetzal, Hand Made Sterling Silver Dangle Jade Earrings
Length: 1.7" x 0.9" W x 0.2" D
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$109.99$82.49Artist: Zandra Lorena Sajbin
Floating Leaf
Fair Trade Sterling Silver Jade Pendant Necklace
Floating Leaf, Fair Trade Sterling Silver Jade Pendant Necklace
Length: 18"
Zandra Lorena Sajbin
Set in sterling silver, a light green jade leaf undulates in the soft Guatemalan breeze. Zandra Lorena Sajbin celebrates the endless beauty of jade, sacred to the ancient Maya, with this exquisite... read more$77.99$71.75Artist: Zandra Lorena Sajbin
Cool Green Fan
Contemporary Silver Dangle Earrings with Guatemalan Jade
Cool Green Fan, Contemporary Silver Dangle Earrings with Guatemalan Jade
Length: 1.7" x 1.2" W x 0.2" D
Ruben and Gilda Perez
Treasured since ancient times, Guatemalan jade brings its rich green mystique to a a chic, contemporary design. Ruben and Gilda Perez work in polished sterling silver to craft dangle earrings that... read more$79.99$63.99Artist: Ruben and Gilda Perez
Maya Legend
Collectible Black Cotton and Jade Pendant Necklace
Maya Legend, Collectible Black Cotton and Jade Pendant Necklace
Length: 18"
Ruben and Gilda Perez
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$89.99$67.49Artist: Ruben and Gilda Perez
Solar Apple Flower
Sterling Silver Flower Earrings with Light Green Jade
Solar Apple Flower, Sterling Silver Flower Earrings with Light Green Jade
Length: 1.6" x 0.7" W x 0.2" D
Zandra Lorena Sajbin
These earrings of cosmic beauty are the original design of Zandra Lorena Sajbin. She selects a very light shade of jade, known in Guatemala as verde manzano or "apple green." The ancient... read more$69.99$64.39Artist: Zandra Lorena Sajbin
Place of the Moon
Guatemalan Jade Dangle Earrings
Place of the Moon, Guatemalan Jade Dangle Earrings
Length: 1.3" x 0.6" W
Zandra Lorena Sajbin
For the ancient Maya, the sun was a living being. Caught in the moon's embrace, the sun moves from darkness to fertile green in these elegant sterling silver earrings. Zandra Lorena Sajbin crafts the... read more$109.99$93.49Artist: Zandra Lorena Sajbin
Floating in the Breeze
Dark green jade dangle earrings
Floating in the Breeze, Dark green jade dangle earrings
Length: 2" x 0.4" W
Zandra Lorena Sajbin
Set in sterling silver, dark green jade leaves undulate in the soft Guatemalan breeze. Zandra Lorena Sajbin celebrates the endless beauty of jade, sacred to the ancient Maya, with the exquisite design... read more$79.99$63.99Artist: Zandra Lorena Sajbin
Green Maya Galaxy
Spiral Theme Sterling Silver and Green Jade Earrings
Green Maya Galaxy, Spiral Theme Sterling Silver and Green Jade Earrings
Length: 1.6" x 0.4" W
Pablo Castellanos
Handcrafted of sterling silver, spiral motifs were thought to refer to the movement of the galaxies as charted by ancient Maya astronomers. Pablo Castellanos adds ovals of sleek green Guatemalan jade... read more$79.99$67.99Artist: Pablo Castellanos
Dark Maya Galaxy
Sterling Silver Spiral Theme Necklace with Dark Green Jade
Dark Maya Galaxy, Sterling Silver Spiral Theme Necklace with Dark Green Jade
Length: 18"
Pablo Castellanos
Handcrafted of sterling silver, a spiral motif was thought to refer to the movement of the galaxies as charted by ancient Maya astronomers. Pablo Castellanos adds an oval of sleek green Guatemalan... read more$79.99$67.99Artist: Pablo Castellanos
Sacred Maya Treasure
Guatemalan Jade Pendant on 925 Silver and Cotton Cord
Sacred Maya Treasure, Guatemalan Jade Pendant on 925 Silver and Cotton Cord
Length: 18"
Ruben and Gilda Perez
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$89.99$67.49Artist: Ruben and Gilda Perez
Floating in the Breeze
Modern Sterling Silver Dangle Jade Earrings
Floating in the Breeze, Modern Sterling Silver Dangle Jade Earrings
Length: 2" x 0.4" W
Zandra Lorena Sajbin
Set in sterling silver, light green jade leaves undulate in the soft Guatemalan breeze. Zandra Lorena Sajbin celebrates the endless beauty of jade, sacred to the ancient Maya, with the exquisite... read more$69.99$64.39Artist: Zandra Lorena Sajbin
Maya Dreams
Hand Crafted Jade Pendant on Cotton Cord Necklace
Maya Dreams, Hand Crafted Jade Pendant on Cotton Cord Necklace
Length: 18"
Ruben and Gilda Perez
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$79.99$63.99Artist: Ruben and Gilda Perez
Light Green Forest Princess
Jade and Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace from Guatemala
Light Green Forest Princess, Jade and Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace from Guatemala
Length: 18"
Zandra Lorena Sajbin
Known as ya'ax chich, natural jade was regarded as a sacred stone by the ancient Maya. Guatemala's Zandra Lorena Sajbin preserves Mayan traditions with this beautiful pendant necklace. Set in sterling... read more$89.99$82.79Artist: Zandra Lorena Sajbin
Apple Blossom
Handmade Green Jade and Silver Necklace with Cotton Cord
Apple Blossom, Handmade Green Jade and Silver Necklace with Cotton Cord
Length: 18"
Ruben and Gilda Perez
For husband-and-wife artisan team Ruben and Gilda Perez, art is an expression of culture. In this design, an apple green jade cabochon is surrounded by a bloom of sterling silver with subtle... read more$79.99$63.99Artist: Ruben and Gilda Perez
Dark Green Maya Mystique
Fair Trade Sterling Silver Jade Cocktail Ring
Dark Green Maya Mystique, Fair Trade Sterling Silver Jade Cocktail Ring
US Ring Size: 5,6,7,8,9,10
Zandra Lorena Sajbin
A dark green jade oval glows with elegant mysticism in this ring by Zandra Lorena Sajbin. Known as Ya'ax Chich, the ancient Maya regarded jade as a sacred symbol of life, fertility and power. Sajbin... read more$99.99$74.99Artist: Zandra Lorena Sajbin
Love's Cycles in Apple Green
Handcrafted Apple Green Maya Jade Ring in Sterling Silver
Love's Cycles in Apple Green, Handcrafted Apple Green Maya Jade Ring in Sterling Silver
US Ring Size: 5,6,7,8,9,10
Zandra Lorena Sajbin
Zandra Lorena Sajbin selects apple green jade for this handcrafted sterling silver cocktail ring. Known as ya'ax chich, jade was regarded as a sacred symbol of life, fertility and power by the ancient... read more$99.99$79.99Artist: Zandra Lorena Sajbin
Maya Wisdom
Nahual Cotton Pendant Jade Necklace
Maya Wisdom, Nahual Cotton Pendant Jade Necklace
Length: 13.75"
Ruben and Gilda Perez
By Ruben and Gilda Perez, this necklace depicts an ancient glyph in jade. Known as B'atz, it is the animal nahual that connects humans with deities. The monkey is a symbol of wisdom. On the day known... read more$79.99$63.99Artist: Ruben and Gilda Perez
Green Nuances
Guatemala Handcrafted Sterling Silver and Faceted Jade Ring
Green Nuances, Guatemala Handcrafted Sterling Silver and Faceted Jade Ring
US Ring Size: 5,6,7,8,9,10
Zandra Lorena Sajbin
Guatemala's Zandra Lorena Sajbin crafts a sterling silver ring of regal beauty, centered by faceted green jade. Known as ya'ax chich by the ancient Maya, the stone was regarded as a sacred symbol of... read more$69.99$64.39Artist: Zandra Lorena Sajbin
Love's Cycles in Dark Green
Jade cocktail ring
Love's Cycles in Dark Green, Jade cocktail ring
US Ring Size: 5,6,7,8,9,10
Zandra Lorena Sajbin
Zandra Lorena Sajbin selects dark green jade for the gorgeous design of this ring. Known as Ya'ax Chich, the ancient Maya regarded jade as a sacred symbol of life, fertility and power. It is also... read more$99.99$74.99Artist: Zandra Lorena Sajbin
Love's Cycles in Light Green
Jade cocktail ring
Love's Cycles in Light Green, Jade cocktail ring
US Ring Size: 5,6,7,8,9,10
Zandra Lorena Sajbin
Zandra Lorena Sajbin selects light green jade for the gorgeous design of this ring. Known as Ya'ax Chich, the ancient Maya regarded jade as a sacred symbol of life, fertility and power. It is also... read more$79.99$67.99Artist: Zandra Lorena Sajbin
Green Night Petals
Artwork
Green Night Petals, Artwork
Length: 18"
Zandra Lorena Sajbin
Carved into dark green jade, a beveled diamond appears in low relief. Zandra Lorena Sajbin crafts a dazzling necklace to showcase the Guatemalan gem, prized by the ancient Maya. The settings are of... read more$109.99$82.49Artist: Zandra Lorena Sajbin
Harmonious Peace
Round Jade Stud Earrings in Sterling Silver
Harmonious Peace, Round Jade Stud Earrings in Sterling Silver
Size: 0.2" H x 0.4" Diam.
Zandra Lorena Sajbin
In the past, the ancient Maya regarded the gem known as ya'ax chich (jade) a sacred symbol of life, fertility and power which they reserved for the aristocracy. In present day Guatemala, Zandra Lorena... read more$69.99$64.39Artist: Zandra Lorena Sajbin
Quetzal In Love
Jade dangle earrings
Quetzal In Love, Jade dangle earrings
Length: 1.9" x 0.8" W x 0.2" D
Zandra Lorena Sajbin
Two quetzal join in a kiss in handcrafted earrings designed by Zandra Lorena Sajbin. The ancient Maya believed the quetzal was a sacred bird, and today it is Guatemala's national bird. Detailed in... read more$89.99$67.49Artist: Zandra Lorena Sajbin
Harmonious Peace
Round Black Jade Stud Earrings on Sterling Silver
Harmonious Peace, Round Black Jade Stud Earrings on Sterling Silver
Size: 0.2" H x 0.4" Diam.
Zandra Lorena Sajbin
In the past, the ancient Maya regarded the gem known as ya'ax chich (jade) as a sacred symbol of life, fertility and power which they reserved for the aristocracy. In present day Guatemala, Zandra... read more$69.99$64.39Artist: Zandra Lorena Sajbin
Green Apple
Medium Green Guatemalan Jade Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings
Green Apple, Medium Green Guatemalan Jade Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings
Length: 1.3" x 0.5" W
Zandra Lorena Sajbin
Encased in a sterling silver halo, green jade is captivating. The ancient Maya regarded this gem known as ya'ax chich a sacred symbol of life, fertility and power which they reserved for the... read more$74.99$68.99Artist: Zandra Lorena Sajbin
Power of Life
Artisan Crafted Black Jade and Sterling Silver Earrings
Power of Life, Artisan Crafted Black Jade and Sterling Silver Earrings
Length: 1.7" x 0.6" W
Zandra Lorena Sajbin
Prized by the ancient Maya, black jade is captivating in the feminine design of these earrings. The Maya called it ya'ax chich, and they regarded it as a sacred symbol of life, fertility and power.... read more$69.99$64.39Artist: Zandra Lorena Sajbin
Totonicapan Wreaths
Jade hoop earrings
Totonicapan Wreaths, Jade hoop earrings
Length: 1.3" x 0.9" W x 0.2" D
Pablo Roquel
Working with techniques he learned from his grandfather, Pablo Roquel creates earrings of modern elegance. He crafts the sterling silver hoops by hand and centers them with dark green jade, sacred to... read more$99.99$84.99Artist: Pablo Roquel
Jungle Pyramids
Jade Earrings with Sterling Silver Settings from Guatemala
Jungle Pyramids, Jade Earrings with Sterling Silver Settings from Guatemala
Length: 1.6" x 0.6" W x 0.2" D
Zandra Lorena Sajbin
Guatemala's Zandra Lorena Sajbin highlights the unique beauty of jade in the triangular shape of these pyramid earrings. She sets the green gem in sterling silver as she crafts these earrings by hand.... read more$69.99$64.39Artist: Zandra Lorena Sajbin
Solar Apple Flower
Light Green Jade in Sterling Silver Flower Necklace
Solar Apple Flower, Light Green Jade in Sterling Silver Flower Necklace
Length: 18"
Zandra Lorena Sajbin
This necklace of cosmic beauty is the original design of Zandra Lorena Sajbin. She selects a very light shade of jade, known in Guatemala as verde manzano or "apple green." The ancient Maya... read more$79.99$73.59Artist: Zandra Lorena Sajbin