This jewelry is handcrafted in Qosqo (Cuzco), the ancient capital of the Inkas, and its villages in the Peruvian Andes. The creativity of the Quechua speaking Indigenous peoples of the Andes is expressed in the diversity of their crafts: colorful ceramics and intricate metal design often inspired by the cultures of their ancestors.

Families handpaint each clay bead and twirl metal wires with dexterity and speed. Each intricate pattern is repeated many times with accurate consistency, but new designs are forever created...

(Left photo) On Sale now: Bracelet made of fine cord interwoven with small Wayruro seeds. Cord opening can be extended or reduced to fit wrist.

Earrings are fashioned in alpaca** metal ornamented at times by natural elements such as turquoises, hematites, onyx, pre-Columbian coral, seeds…

Pendants made of ceramic are sometimes ornamented with motifs of Llamas or Nazca lines..

** Alpaca: 800 silver & other alloy (Sterling is 925 silver)

Yachay Wasi logo pendant: 1 1/2 inch diameter ceramic handpainted in Pisac, Peru

(Right photo) On Sale now: Earrings made of Murano glass, available in various colors.

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There are a few Alpaca Chullos and caps On Sale now.

A Chullo is a cap which has side panels covering the ears. These items were handwoven by local Indigenous artisans who participate and benefit from Yachay Wasi projects. They are made of Alpaca wool and feature original and unique designs.

From Peru Andes: Handwoven Chullo made of Alpaca wool

From Peru Andes: Handwoven Cap made of Alpaca wool

This jewelry and weavings are hand carried to New York City by Luis Delgado Hurtado, native of the Andean village of Acopia, and President of Yachay Wasi.

For sale by Mono Adventures for Yachay Wasi

Or Buy directly from Yachay Wasi

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