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Andean Collection

Andean Collection Sofia Tagua and Sterling Silver Post Earrings

Final Sale:$22.88 (48% off)Regular: $44
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Item # wac140

Description

The Andean Collection Sofia Earrings are tagua disc posts accented with sterling silver. They add a stylish pop of color with a bright, yet understated look. Tagua, often called vegetable ivory, comes from the seed of the Ecuadorian ivory palm. The posts stay out of the way during yoga poses, yet give you an air of casual polish for a variety of situations. Dress them up or down. Made in Ecuador and available in burgundy or jade.
  • Tagua nut discs
  • 925 sterling silver accents
  • Surgical steel posts
  • Burgundy or jade
  • Made in Ecuador
  • Care: avoid exposure to water
  • Brand new product with tags
Material - Tagua nut and 925 sterling silver (surgical steel earring posts)
Made In - Ecuador
Andean Collection Sofia Earrings ( Burgundy )
Burgundy
Jade
Burgundy
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Additional Info

The Tagua (tahg-wah) nut grows from the Ecuadorian Ivory Palm, Phytelephas aequatorialis, or literally, "plant elephant," and is commonly referred to as "vegetable ivory." The medium-sized palm, reaching up to 60 feet tall, grows quickly and easily in shady, humid places hidden below larger trees. Tagua grows from regenerative pods, which emerge from the palms' trunks. The pods are removed from the palm and the seeds are left to dry in the sun. The drying process for tagua, acai and pambil is weather dependent. In the dry season, the process lasts a few days to a week. During the rainy season it can take months for the seeds to dry to the point at which they can be used by the artisans.

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Product Review: Andean Collection Sofia Earrings

Andean Collection Brand Story

What a cool company! Andean Collection is a preeminent brand of accessories, with a social mission that's as inspiring as its aesthetics. Designed in New York City and handcrafted by artisans in Ecuador, this jewelry truly fuses sustainability and style. Founder Amanda Judge created the company after doing field research for a Masters' thesis on poverty reduction in rural South America. She concluded that the biggest opportunity for sustainable economic growth was in jewelry making. Not only did Ecuador have a long, rich history of handcrafting jewelry out of rainforest seeds, but there was also a global demand for well-made, one of-kind pieces. Now partnering with over 65 artisans across 8 fair trade workshops, these amazing pieces make you look good and feel good.