Quechua Earrings are handcrafted from bronze and plated with 999 gold. Also available in bronze, plated with platinum and rhodium.
Gold of Peru
The Quechua people, one of the oldest and most significant ethnic groups in South America, lived for centuries in the highlands of the Andes, deeply connected to nature and spiritual practices. They developed agriculture, crafts, and art, and their culture continued to thrive even after the fall of the Inca civilization. For the Quechua, gold was not just a valuable metal, but a symbol of divine power and a spiritual connection to nature. They believed gold to be the "sweat of the Sun," the source of life, and used it to create jewelry that symbolized status and their spiritual bond with the gods. The golden spheres often found in their jewelry held special meaning — they symbolized harmony and infinity, reflecting the idea of balance between the human world and the spiritual realm. These elements were also used in ritual objects, emphasizing their spiritual significance and connection to nature.