Bird Earrings by Maria Belen Nilson ~ Quetzal Drops

Description Sterling silver quetzal cuties from the wonderful Maria Belen Nilson.  This sweet little pair is handmade in Taxco, Mexico. Dimensions:  2.1″  long-with hooks Weight (Pair):  .19 ounces / 5.5 grams A MESSAGE FROM THE FOUNDER, DIRECTOR, AND DESIGNER OF MARÍA BELÉN JEWELRY… Design, passion, emotion and feeling awaken inside me when I think of Mexico and silver. The rich tapestry that is Mexico and its people and culture inspire my designs. My wish is that each person who wears the jewelry we design and produce feels that connection with this magnificent country, its people and its beautiful traditions. Our tools are silver and native stones, the same materials that have inspired and been used by generations of indigenous people in Mexico. *From Wikipedia….A quetzal is a type of bird, most famously the Resplendent Quetzal, known for its brilliant green plumage and long tail feathers, especially in males. It is the national bird of Guatemala, a sacred animal in ancient Mayan and Aztec cultures, and lends its name to the country’s currency, the quetzal. These birds inhabit the cloud forests of Central America, where they feed on fruit, insects, and small animals.