taina necklace

The Taina necklace is a one of a kind statement piece. It is made with classic guatemalan silver beads, sustainable coral, amethyst, and a traditional Chachal. The circumference of the necklace measures 19."  Amethyst was once used as one of the most precious stones used throughout much of the world, and was often thought to help purify the mind and to detoxify the body and spirit. The Chachal is of extreme significance to the heritage of the Mayan people and has evolved through the centuries. In pre-Colombian times within Mayan culture, the Chachal was worn by men and women as a way to portray status and wealth, as well as a reflection of one’s own connection to the divine. When the Spaniards arrived in what is now South America, amidst much conflict, assimilation of both cultures intertwined around each other and the cultural significance of the Chachal evolved. The heirloom collection is meant to honor this history, and the importance it has had for the Mayan people as it has been p