ancient necklace

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 behind a green jade pendant. Zandra Lorena Sajbin handcrafts her original necklace in honor of ancient traditions.

.925 Sterling silver

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 behind a dark green jade pendant. Zandra Lorena Sajbin handcrafts her original necklace in honor of ancient traditions.

.925 Sterling silver

Zandra Lorena Sajbin designs a necklace honoring Maya history. She crafts the pendant by hand of black jade. The reverse side depicts a silver toucan from the rainforest and Temple I, the main pyramid at Tikal.

.925 Sterling silver