Aztec Calendar Central American Archaeological Wood Calendar The Sierra Family Dainty granules of silver accented

Dainty granules of silver accented by brilliant gold plated bands make these dangle earrings a standout

The earrings hang from brass hooks

A metal zipper opens to a single-compartment

The ombré hues deepen from kelly green to dark navy on one side

Aztec Calendar Central American Archaeological Wood Calendar The Sierra Family Dainty granules of silver accentedMaria Estela Perlera de Portillo recreates the elaborate stone sculpture known as the 'Aztec Calendar' or 'Sun Stone.' Discovered in Mexico City, the original massive stone is on display in the National Museum of Anthropology and History. The Aztecs (or Mexica, as they called themselves) believed that the sun struggled daily against the forces of darkness. They aided the sun through human sacrifices. This superb example is meticulously created by hand