mayan art

Zandra Lorena Sajbin follows in the footsteps of her Maya ancestors as she preserves the millenary art of jade jewelry. Known as Ya'ax Chich, jade was regarded as a sacred symbol of life, fertility and power. Sajbin sets the natural green gem in sterling silver as she crafts these earrings by hand.

.925 Sterling silver

Zandra Lorena Sajbin follows in the footsteps of her Maya ancestors as she preserves the millenary art of jade jewelry. Known as Ya'ax Chich, black jade was regarded as a sacred symbol of power, protection and good luck. Set in sterling silver, the jewels decorate these earrings made with classic artisanal techniques.

"The sterling braiding around the gem gives it a classier, more elegant look," say the Jimenez Family as they present their new design. The collection highlights the inherent beauty of natural jade, stone of immortality according to the Maya. It is also believed, by many cultures, to attract love. This sterling silver ring is crafted by hand in Guatemala.