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Apple Green Jade Pendant Necklace from Guatemala 1.5 Inch 'Praise Love in Apple Green' Item ID: 2671777037
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- 0.29 lb
- Necklace length: 18 inches L,Necklace width: 1 mm W,Pendant(s): 1.4 inches L x 0.6 inches W x 0.2 inches D
- 0.17 oz
- Necklace length: 18 inches L
- Necklace width: 1 mm W
- Pendant(s): 1.4 inches L x 0.6 inches W x 0.2 inches D
- 925 sterling silver
- jade
- Combination finish
- Figaro chain
- Natural stone -- color and variegation will vary
- Spring ring clasp
Made in Guatemala
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Pedro and Esperanza took a huge chance when they decided to become jewelry artisans. They didn't know anything about it; in fact they both come from farming backgrounds. But along with their children Saira, Maribel and Luis Estuardo, they decided to venture into the world of silver and jade.
Pedro and Esperanza's story begins when on holiday in western Guatemala, Pedro – then 19 years old – met Esperanza, who was 17 years old. At the time, Esperanza washed and ironed clothes at the house of a woman whose son had a silversmith workshop. "One day I was busy carrying some corn when the silversmith’s wife called me over, and to my surprise told me she would like to offer Pedro a job!" recalls Esperanza.
"And that's how our journey into this wonderful world of jewelry began for us," says Pedro. "When I was 12 years old I had worked for a while with a weaver specializing on the pedal loom. We wove pieces to sell at the market in Antigua. It requires a lot of hard work and the rewards are few. So I gladly joined the silversmith for six years, during which time I learned a lot from him.
"Then we decided to set up our own workshop, where we could let our imagination and creativity run free, and we could work on our own designs."
Esperanza remembers that at first it wasn't easy. "Following your dreams can sometimes be difficult. In 1996 we managed to get a stand at an important fair in Peten, but we didn’t have that much money to get there. Pedro went anyway with very little money, which also had to do for room and food. Most of the time he ended up sleeping on the floor because he didn't have enough for a bed.
"I remember well another occasion, because it was my daughter’s birthday, when Pedro was on his way to deliver some products to a client and I'm not sure what happened, he either fell asleep or something, but the point is he got robbed. That was all the money we had and we were left with nothing, so I went back to washing and ironing for others, as well as looking after a private school in Antigua, where we lived there rent free. There was only one room and we were a family of five, and though it was cramped, it still felt like a palace. Previously we had lived in another place which didn't have a floor, so when it rained it would get very muddy and therefore uncomfortable.
"It's not all been bad. Through it all we've had a guardian angel looking after us and one day a gentleman offered us his little house. It had a room, a kitchen and a dining room, and it would be ours. The man didn’t know us, and yet he offered the house at a reasonable price which we could pay in installments. It took us eight years to pay for it, and it was a verbal agreement, without any lawyers or papers. We still live there, and little by little we have added to it so it's more comfortable and there's a place for the workshop.
"We are so proud to have provided our children with an education so they may grow up to be professionals and take our small family venture into new heights. We've developed a good working relationship in which everyone specializes in a different aspect and we complement each others' work:
"Luis Estuardo (now 20 years old) designs the jewelry, he is studying to become a graphic designer. Maribel (now 22) prefers to sell through our stand in the market, and Saira, who is 23, is about to graduate in business administration and she is already in charge of all things financial. Pedro refines our son’s designs to apply them specifically to jewelry, and I help with the administration and sales.
"We buy silver that has been recycled from different photographs, lithographs and films. They all have silver which is sensitive to light and it generates an image when exposed to light. However, since the image only uses part of the silver, the unexposed silver is removed and treated with a fixing solution. This is done for two reasons, it protects the environment and it is more economic. However, the silver obtained this way is fine silver (1000 rating), which is less firm and difficult to work with. So, we mix it with a copper alloy to obtain the sterling silver we all know, and we have the quality tested to prove it is of a .925 rating.
"All the jade we use, we are proud to say, is mined here in Guatemala, in the Zacapa region.
"We have managed to create a good team in which each of its members is extremely important to the proper functioning of our project."
20 Reviews for
Jimenez Family
November 25, 2020
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Andrew
This is an amazing looking ring. My girlfriend will be very pleased. Thank you.
Reviewed itemAugust 2, 2020
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Suzanne
It’s is beautifully made and the energy from the stone is peaceful and positive.
Reviewed itemJune 21, 2020
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Diana
This ring is so much prettier than even the picture showed. I love the way the stone sits on the band and the stone is beautiful. I have worn this ring many times since receiving it and I love it more every time I wear it. Beautiful workmanship by the artist. I'm sure I will be purchasing additional items from this artist.
Reviewed itemJune 2, 2020
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Patricia
The color of the stone is exactly as pictured online; it is a gorgeous soft green. The silver has been well-polished; there are no rough spots anywhere. The whole ring has been very well-made! One of the reasons I bought this ring is because it was made in Guatemala. I have been there so I feel a special connection to the ring and the artist. I also love the artist's explanation of the design of t... read more
Reviewed itemJanuary 12, 2020
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Cheryl
Perfect earrings for any occasion - gorgeous colour very well made
Reviewed itemJanuary 20, 2023
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Kristine
Lovely jade-like color. Substantial yet simple in design. Well made and comfortable. Thank you, Jimenez family!
Reviewed itemJune 12, 2019
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Timothy
My wife loved them. Also a nice note from the artist in Spanish. Shipped from Central America. What could be better?Muchas gracias, Pedro y Esperanza.
Reviewed itemFebruary 13, 2018
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Alexandra
I fell in love with these earrings. As soon as I received them I have worn them
Reviewed itemDecember 19, 2016
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Jon
Arrived quickly and looks just like picture. Very fine craftsmanship.
Reviewed itemOctober 8, 2016
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Jorge
I ordered these as a gift for my wife, along with the "Sweet Maya" necklace, and bracelet, needless to say my wife absolutely loved it. Gorgeous pieces, silver is bright and jade is dark and vibrant.
Reviewed itemJune 21, 2016
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Nathaniel
I love this most of all because it's a solid piece of Mayan jade...I love the name too - which is so meaningful
Reviewed itemMarch 6, 2022
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Ronda
Truly graces the hand and frames the beauty of the green apple jade.
Reviewed itemAugust 21, 2021
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Sherri
The workmanship is excellent and the stone is just beautiful. I love wearing this ring!
Reviewed itemApril 9, 2021
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Nanette
The ring has beautifully crafted silverwork not just on the top of the ring, but on the sides as well. The bezel setting surrounds the dark amethyst and makes it pop.
Reviewed itemApril 5, 2021
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Margaret
This was a graduation gift for my niece and she loved it! Beautiful, well-made, excellent quality.
Reviewed itemJune 2, 2020
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Patricia
The color of the stone is exactly as pictured online; it is a gorgeous soft green. The silver has been well-polished; there are no rough spots anywhere. The whole ring has been very well-made! One of the reasons I bought this ring is because it was made in Guatemala. I have been there so I feel a special connection to the ring and the artist. I also love the artist's explanation of the design of this ring - "it symbolizes how jade emerges from the earth". Because of its unique design, the ring can be worn 2 different ways, creating 2 very different looks! I love it and am proud to wear it.
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Pedro and Esperanza took a huge chance when they decided to become jewelry artisans. They didn't know anything about it; in fact they both come from farming backgrounds. But along with their children Saira, Maribel and Luis Estuardo, they decided to venture into the world of silver and jade.
Pedro and Esperanza's story begins when on holiday in western Guatemala, Pedro – then 19 years old – met Esperanza, who was 17 years old. At the time, Esperanza washed and ironed clothes at the house of a woman whose son had a silversmith workshop. "One day I was busy carrying some corn when the silversmith’s wife called me over, and to my surprise told me she would like to offer Pedro a job!" recalls Esperanza.
"And that's how our journey into this wonderful world of jewelry began for us," says Pedro. "When I was 12 years old I had worked for a while with a weaver specializing on the pedal loom. We wove pieces to sell at the market in Antigua. It requires a lot of hard work and the rewards are few. So I gladly joined the silversmith for six years, during which time I learned a lot from him.
"Then we decided to set up our own workshop, where we could let our imagination and creativity run free, and we could work on our own designs."
Esperanza remembers that at first it wasn't easy. "Following your dreams can sometimes be difficult. In 1996 we managed to get a stand at an important fair in Peten, but we didn’t have that much money to get there. Pedro went anyway with very little money, which also had to do for room and food. Most of the time he ended up sleeping on the floor because he didn't have enough for a bed.
"I remember well another occasion, because it was my daughter’s birthday, when Pedro was on his way to deliver some products to a client and I'm not sure what happened, he either fell asleep or something, but the point is he got robbed. That was all the money we had and we were left with nothing, so I went back to washing and ironing for others, as well as looking after a private school in Antigua, where we lived there rent free. There was only one room and we were a family of five, and though it was cramped, it still felt like a palace. Previously we had lived in another place which didn't have a floor, so when it rained it would get very muddy and therefore uncomfortable.
"It's not all been bad. Through it all we've had a guardian angel looking after us and one day a gentleman offered us his little house. It had a room, a kitchen and a dining room, and it would be ours. The man didn’t know us, and yet he offered the house at a reasonable price which we could pay in installments. It took us eight years to pay for it, and it was a verbal agreement, without any lawyers or papers. We still live there, and little by little we have added to it so it's more comfortable and there's a place for the workshop.
"We are so proud to have provided our children with an education so they may grow up to be professionals and take our small family venture into new heights. We've developed a good working relationship in which everyone specializes in a different aspect and we complement each others' work:
"Luis Estuardo (now 20 years old) designs the jewelry, he is studying to become a graphic designer. Maribel (now 22) prefers to sell through our stand in the market, and Saira, who is 23, is about to graduate in business administration and she is already in charge of all things financial. Pedro refines our son’s designs to apply them specifically to jewelry, and I help with the administration and sales.
"We buy silver that has been recycled from different photographs, lithographs and films. They all have silver which is sensitive to light and it generates an image when exposed to light. However, since the image only uses part of the silver, the unexposed silver is removed and treated with a fixing solution. This is done for two reasons, it protects the environment and it is more economic. However, the silver obtained this way is fine silver (1000 rating), which is less firm and difficult to work with. So, we mix it with a copper alloy to obtain the sterling silver we all know, and we have the quality tested to prove it is of a .925 rating.
"All the jade we use, we are proud to say, is mined here in Guatemala, in the Zacapa region.
"We have managed to create a good team in which each of its members is extremely important to the proper functioning of our project."
Pedro and Esperanza's story begins when on holiday in western Guatemala, Pedro – then 19 years old – met Esperanza, who was 17 years old. At the time, Esperanza washed and ironed clothes at the house of a woman whose son had a silversmith workshop. "One day I was busy carrying some corn when the silversmith’s wife called me over, and to my surprise told me she would like to offer Pedro a job!" recalls Esperanza.
"And that's how our journey into this wonderful world of jewelry began for us," says Pedro. "When I was 12 years old I had worked for a while with a weaver specializing on the pedal loom. We wove pieces to sell at the market in Antigua. It requires a lot of hard work and the rewards are few. So I gladly joined the silversmith for six years, during which time I learned a lot from him.
"Then we decided to set up our own workshop, where we could let our imagination and creativity run free, and we could work on our own designs."
Esperanza remembers that at first it wasn't easy. "Following your dreams can sometimes be difficult. In 1996 we managed to get a stand at an important fair in Peten, but we didn’t have that much money to get there. Pedro went anyway with very little money, which also had to do for room and food. Most of the time he ended up sleeping on the floor because he didn't have enough for a bed.
"I remember well another occasion, because it was my daughter’s birthday, when Pedro was on his way to deliver some products to a client and I'm not sure what happened, he either fell asleep or something, but the point is he got robbed. That was all the money we had and we were left with nothing, so I went back to washing and ironing for others, as well as looking after a private school in Antigua, where we lived there rent free. There was only one room and we were a family of five, and though it was cramped, it still felt like a palace. Previously we had lived in another place which didn't have a floor, so when it rained it would get very muddy and therefore uncomfortable.
"It's not all been bad. Through it all we've had a guardian angel looking after us and one day a gentleman offered us his little house. It had a room, a kitchen and a dining room, and it would be ours. The man didn’t know us, and yet he offered the house at a reasonable price which we could pay in installments. It took us eight years to pay for it, and it was a verbal agreement, without any lawyers or papers. We still live there, and little by little we have added to it so it's more comfortable and there's a place for the workshop.
"We are so proud to have provided our children with an education so they may grow up to be professionals and take our small family venture into new heights. We've developed a good working relationship in which everyone specializes in a different aspect and we complement each others' work:
"Luis Estuardo (now 20 years old) designs the jewelry, he is studying to become a graphic designer. Maribel (now 22) prefers to sell through our stand in the market, and Saira, who is 23, is about to graduate in business administration and she is already in charge of all things financial. Pedro refines our son’s designs to apply them specifically to jewelry, and I help with the administration and sales.
"We buy silver that has been recycled from different photographs, lithographs and films. They all have silver which is sensitive to light and it generates an image when exposed to light. However, since the image only uses part of the silver, the unexposed silver is removed and treated with a fixing solution. This is done for two reasons, it protects the environment and it is more economic. However, the silver obtained this way is fine silver (1000 rating), which is less firm and difficult to work with. So, we mix it with a copper alloy to obtain the sterling silver we all know, and we have the quality tested to prove it is of a .925 rating.
"All the jade we use, we are proud to say, is mined here in Guatemala, in the Zacapa region.
"We have managed to create a good team in which each of its members is extremely important to the proper functioning of our project."
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Jimenez Family has received 9 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $2500 and the most recent for $1700. Proceeds were used to purchase a diamond saw and stone polisher for their jewelry.
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