NOVICA works together with talented artists, artisans, and designers around the world to produce stunning, keepsake handmade treasures. Our mantra is to Spread Happiness, so rest assured - we’ll do everything we possibly can to ensure you’re a happy customer!About this item: Guatemala's Jimenez Family crafts these stunning hoop earrings using jade obtained from the foothills of the Sierra de las Minas in Zacapa. Jade has long been associated with the concept of immortality, as its hardness is close to that of a diamond. Here, polished cylinders of dark green jade form smooth hoops and are finished with sterling silver accents and saddleback catches. The artisans call the earrings Conexion, which translates to "connection" in English.About our Artist: After working for silversmiths for six years, Esperanza and her family decided to open their own workshop. They are all involved in their family business. "We've developed a good working relationship. Everyone specializes in a different aspect and we complement each others' work."...