This handmade creation is offered in partnership with NOVICA, in association with National Geographic.

Peru's Teodoro Melendez and Family share the natural beauty of sodalite, gem of peace and harmony, with the design of this bracelet. The stretch bracelet is crafted by hand with bead-cut sodalites.

Product Features:

• Worldstock Country: Peru
• Style: Stretch
• Gemstone colors: Blue-purple
• Gemstone shapes: Bead
• 56 hand-strung bead-cut sodalites each measures 3 mm wide x 7 mm long
• Dimensions: 8 mm wide x 6.8 inches long

Story Behind the Art:
'My artistic formation came from my dad during his work as an archaeologist at pre-Hispanic sites, and later as the curator of a museum. That's when I became inspired to craft jewelry with designs and motifs unique to ancient Peru. One of my most cherished moment was when I had a small workshop and my children, Carlos and Alicia, where with me while I was cutting gems by hand. Then we put them through a little machine to perfect the contours. I love the idea that foreigners can get to share part of our history through my designs, where I try to replicate both metals and gems.'

What is Worldstock?

The handcrafted touch of artisan skill creates variations in color, size and design. If buying two of the same item, slight differences should be expected. Note: Color discrepancies may occur between this product and your computer screen.

Imported

All weights and measurements are approximate and may vary slightly from the listed information. Treatment code N (sodalite). See Gemstone Treatments for further information.

Please allow 10 business days for the product to leave our warehouse and to receive tracking information. You should expect to receive this item within 15 business days.