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Free Shipping and Just Reduced! ​Caracol Brass and Copper Pendant

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$30.00
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Brand: Artful Gems
Material: Brass 16ga wire, Copper 18ga wire
Size: Approx. 3 inches

Caracol

Tainos or Arawaks were the Native Americans of the Caribbean, including the Island of Puerto Rico. They were a quiet people whose only needed defense was against their aggressive neighbors, the Caribs. That is until the Spaniards came to the Island. They were mostly prey to the dominance of these new people who wanted to convert them to Christianity, take their land's gold, and their land.

The Tainos saw the Spaniards as gods and feared them. The European brought livestock like horses, sheep, and cattle to America. Their weapons were like nothing they had ever seen. Soon they would be working from dawn to dusk as abject slaves and see their resources depleted as well as their lives. In 1501, black slaves were brought to the Island to make up for the many losses of Tainos.

Their life span was short and around the year 1515, in July, a hurricane strikes the island, killing many Tainos. This, as well as the illnesses brought by the Spaniards, their ill treatments at the hands of the Conquistadores, and the intermarriage between black slaves, Tainos, and Spaniards all but depleted the Taino people in Puerto Rico.

Few things were left behind that could tell us more about these peaceful people. One thing that has given insight into their life was the discovery of petroglyphs, symbols carved into rock. Many of my wire creations are influenced by these simple yet very meaningful drawings.

The Caracol is one of my favorite!

The Tainos used the spiral symbol often and it is said to represent water. According to Carl Jung, the spiral represents life's cosmic force. Many cultures have their own symbols that use spirals. For instance, in Ireland we can find Newgrange, spirals that are said to be representative of the cycle of rebirth. It is a very feminine symbol. Moreover, these symbols crossover religions, beliefs, traditions, and cultures.

When I created Caracol, I wanted to recreate the spiral and at the same time infuse it with the energy of life. That is how the Caracol was born.

It is a combination of 16 gauge brass wire and 18 gauge copper wire. I used the copper wire to take advantage of the copper's healing property. The brass wire made the Caracol the star.

This is a simple, every day pendant that you can wear with a cord or a chain. It is filled with the cosmic force that Jung spoke about. I want you to feel the energy.

*For a limited time, you will receive a black cord along with your pendant!

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 by Katrina

Love my chakra beaded bracelet! It fits perfect and I love how it looks next to my tattoo. Love the way you package your creations. They are artful! Thanks

Thank you for your kind words. I aim to please...

 by Anonymous

Both my necklace and bracelets are so beautiful! Norma does such beautiful work! The quality is outstanding. Love them all! I’m sure I will be back again!!

 by Zory

I received my ring n earrings. They’re beautiful n I’ve received a lot of compliments. The stones are exquisite beautiful yellow topaz. Thank you Norma Iris. Love ? u.

Thank you, thank you, thank you

 by Virginia

Love my earrings♥️thank your for this unique and beautiful piece. Great artist. ♥️
The stone is interesting. And the combination of the colors look great.

Thank you sooo much for your support!Keep shopping #handmade and #Artfulgems

 by Virginia

Truly in love with my necklace. Thank you for putting your love in creating it. My artist. ♥️Love it ,love it.

As always, thank you for your patronage and support! #Artfulgems

 by Madeline
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Beautiful work!!! If you are looking for one of a kind pieces...look no further!
Love your pieces!!

You are awesome!!! Thanks so much and please, let your friends know about #Artful Gems!

 by Deidre
Unique!

Purchased a gorgeous pair of copper earrings. So different!
Just the right size; goes from work to play! I have received many compliments on them! Thank you!!!

I am so happy to hear! Thank you for supporting my small, woman-owned business. You help me keep going even when I am ready to give up!

 by CarolAnne

I’ve had my Artful gems copper earrings for some time now. I ALWAYS receive compliments whenever I wear them. My favorite thing about them is their uniqueness. These particular earrings go with just about anything, and I love to wear them. The order and delivery process was great! And when I stupidly lost a bead, Norma replaces it immediately. I love that glue is not used in her designs. They are truly Little works of art!

I am so happy you like your earrings. I love hearing about your experience. With Artful Gems, you receive a one year warranty on all your purchases. You can see the terms here: https://www.artfulgems.com/returns/Please come back and visit!!!

 by Maite
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Thank you so much for my beautiful turquoise necklace! It is much prettier in person. I will be back! You have beautiful things! I especially like your copper pieces.

Thank you for your kind words. I look forward to your next visit! Perhaps a custom piece???

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  2. Katherine says:

    Just received my first Tesoro bracelet and LOVE IT. Norma let me change the charm to whatever I wanted (lots of choices) and it really looks beautiful. If you are thinking about this for a gift, it comes beautifully wrapped with cards that tell you all about the stones, their meaning, purpose and affirmations.

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  3. Virginia Ramos says:

    I’m so happy with the new earrings and ring that was giving to me. Each piece is unique and precious. You are a great artist. I also saw you new pieces inspired from my Taínos herritage. Looking forward to see your new creations. Thank you. ?

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    • puertoricanirisgmailcom says:

      You are such a dear! Thank you so much! Knowing that you are enjoying my work simply makes me giggle. Thank you, again and again!!! I relish working on pieces that are inspired by my Taina roots!I will continue adding more!!!

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  4. Debbie DaCosta says:

    I have always loved unique, one of a kind jewelry. The pieces I have purchased from Tesoros are just that. They are unique, and well-made, beautiful pieces, that receive many compliments when I wear them.. You can see and feel the love that is put into the creation of each piece. These pieces will last me forever, and will be passed onto my daughter. Thank you Tesoros!

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    • puertoricanirisgmailcom says:

      Debbie,Those are beautiful, kind words! I appreciate your support of Tesoros! Thanks to women like you, I am empowered and so continue on my journey of self discovery. Tesoros isn’t just about creating pieces of jewelry, it is about learning who we are and why we are. Thank you for stopping by and for your lovely words!

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  5. Virginia Ramos says:

    I really enjoy every creative jewelry piece I have acquired! Each piece is unique, and created with beautiful stones. I really enjoy reading the information of the stones properties you have included in your website. I am a firm believer that every stone posses a specif healing property. I love the designs inspire by our Puertorican heritage “ los tainos “. I have received beautiful compliments every time I wear your jewelry.

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    • puertoricanirisgmailcom says:

      Thank you, thank you, thank you! I am so happy to hear from you. I love that you like my pieces and that you enjoy the information that I share. I firmly believe that the better we understand our choices, the better we understand ourselves! Again thank you for choosing Tesoros!

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