This handmade creation is offered in partnership with NOVICA, The Impact marketplace. Blue topaz glistens with dazzling intensity in an exclusive design by Zayd Makarim. The 5.5 carats of faceted gems center teardrop earrings that are crafted by hand. Their ornate patterns are inspired by the curls on the statues of Buddha in Borobudur Temple.
Product Features:
- Dimensions: 1.1" L x 0.4" W
- Weight: 0.28 oz
- Gemstone: Topaz
- Gemstone color: Blue
- Gemstone Shape: Pear
- Total Gemstone Weight: 3.5 carats
- Two prong-set pear-cut blue topaz each measure 8 mm W x 12 mm L
- Post earrings
- Metal: .925 Sterling silver
- Finish: Combined high polish, oxidized
- Style: Dangle
- Clasp: Butterfly clasp
- Made in Indonesia
Story Behind the Art:
Zayd Makarim was born in West Java on August 2, 1968. From the time he was a child, he liked art. "I did paintings and sculptures for fun," he recalls. "It started as an assignment for school but, by doing them, I discovered I liked art so much that it became one of my passions."
As an adult, Makarim's job took him to Bali. "I'd always had a dream to come to Bali, and also to travel," he says. "And my dream came true." In Bali he worked for a famous jewelry designer and that's where he learned about silver and design, and began making his own jewelry.
"It all started because of my wife's birthday. I wanted to create a gift for her, so I made a pair of earrings. When they were done, I could not believe my eyes because they were so beautiful... and she loved them!" he confides. "Many of her friends asked if I could make some for them. I started thinking about taking my passion seriously and I decided to create my own jewelry line."
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