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Pearl Showroom - Pearl and opal earrings, 'Sweet Perfection' 0.4" W 2" L
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Our Price: $59.99
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Manufacturer: Novica
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Binding: Jewelry
Brand: NOVICA
Feature: Handmade by Tiberio Gonzales
Label: Novica
Manufacturer: Novica
Material Type: opal
Publisher: Novica
Studio: Novica
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Handmade by Tiberio Gonzales
Ships from Peru within 10 days
Post earrings
Natural stone - slight variations are to be expected
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Editorial Reviews:
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NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, offers thousands of limited edition and one-of-a-kind gifts, jewelry, and home decor treasures handmade by master artists and artisans throughout the world. Sweet pearls and mystical opal engage in a dance of elegant beauty. Designed by Tiberio Gonzalez, this spectacular pair of earrings is crafted of sterling silver. .925 rating silver. Artisan Info: Born in Ayacucho in 1949, Tiberio Gonzales moved to Lima as a teenager to find work. "By chance, I was offered a job cutting gemstones, and, thanks to my teacher, I learned the craft," he recalls. "I love the gems of Peru with all their beautiful colors. I worked with that teacher for five years and then decided to learn the art of jewelry. That's when I discovered the true value and beauty of stones. Each stone encloses an infinite number of colors and tones. You can see a natural landscape in each stone, when you closely observe it. "I decided to venture out on my own and set up a workshop. I did everything myself, from creating the designs to crafting each final piece, and really enjoyed it. "My inspiration comes from the stones themselves. When I hold a gemstone in my hands, I see what that particular stone is best suited for and how to best develop it. I combine stones with Peruvian silver; this is how each of my creations is born. I try to use these natural elements in different and unusual ways, with the authenticity of Peru inherent in my style. "When I met my wife, Victoria,
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