Lilac Jade Double Chain Bracelet

Exclusive handmade gifts in Door County are soulful pieces perfect for every occasion. These authentic jadeite gemstones, hand-cut and polished from jadeite roughs or slabs in the Motagua River Valley of Guatemala, carry a rich cultural significance. To the Pre-Columbian people of Mesoamerica, jadeite represented breath, life, fertility, and power, connecting you to a rich heritage. The hand-cutting and polishing stonework is created through Wendy Carpenter's fair trade/skill-building mission project. Her "Creating Revenue through the Arts" project helps the artisans of Guatemala and the Mayan communities. The featured necklace, a unique creation by Wendy Carpenter, showcases (12) barrel design hand-cut and polished lilac jadeite beads. The 2-strand bracelet, linked with a handmade sterling silver chain and book clasp design, measures 6" long, captivating you with its unique design. Article by "Fred C. Brendecke" about the unknown value of Guatemalan Jadeite:  Guatemala's hotbed of tec