Sterling Silver Oval Diaguitas Charm

Description

Softly curved and rich in colour, this oval Diaguitas charm is handcrafted in 950 sterling silver with inlaid lapis lazuli, turquoise, jasper and malachite, shaped into a gentle concave form that catches light across its surface.

The design draws on the geometric art of the Diaguita people, who lived in the valleys of northern Chile and decorated their ceramics with bold, repeating patterns. Lapis Lazuli World artisans cut every stone by hand and fit it into the silver so the colours meet in crisp lines.

Wear it on a chain for a meaningful touch of Chilean heritage, or pair it with other Diaguitas charms in our collection. It is a thoughtful, original gift for anyone drawn to handmade, culturally inspired jewelry.

Exceptional, completely natural lapis lazuli

All our lapis lazuli is of exceptional grade and completely natural. We are one of the few jewelers who never use synthetic stones and never dye our lapis to mask poor quality – practices that are all too common, as much of the lapis lazuli sold today is dyed, reconstituted or imitation stone. That is our difference.

• Material: 950 sterling silver, concave shape
• Inlays: lapis lazuli, turquoise, jasper and malachite
• Size: 1.5 inches L (including bail) x 0.75 inches W