The tropical palms from which Tagua and Assai seeds are cultivated grow in the wetlands of Colombia. The Colombian way of life encourages use of every possible natural resource. Blue Gobi artisan Martha Lopez echoes this organic lifestyle with these Oceanic Taguas and Assai Seed Earrings.
These 1.75-inch long 950 silver earrings are threaded with a circular navy blue Tagua seed and tipped with a creamy, brown-flecked Assai seed. For a perfectly matched ensemble, select our Oceanic Taguas and Assai Seed Necklace.
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Also called vegetable ivory, in its natural state, the Tagua seed is almost indistinguishable from true ivory. Blue Gobi contributes a portion of all sales of Tagua jewelry back to the Colombian environment in which the Tagua seed grows.
Rare outside the Amazon, the Assai palm is highly sensitive to drought and cold temperatures. Hence, Assai seed jewelry like these Oceanic Taguas and Assai Seed Earrings are not often seen.
These natural seed earrings measure approximately 1.75 inches
- Handmade in Colombia by Martha Lopez
- Post made of fine sterling silver
- Taguas and Assai seeds from the Amazon Forest
- Measurement is approximate
- Exclusive to Blue Gobi
- Matching Necklace
Each piece is unique and can vary from the picture since natural material tends to vary from piece to piece.
Although naturally hard and durable, Tagua and Assai seeds will warp if they are submerged in water. Therefore, be sure to remove your Oceanic Taguas and Assai Seed Earrings before bathing, washing dishes or swimming.
Silver 950 should be stored in an airtight container with a soft lining. Cleaning with soap and water and buffing with a soft cloth will keep your silver 950 shiny as new. Avoid exposure of your silver 950 to abrasive cleansers and bleach, which may cause discoloration.