Hand carved quetzal Aztec spirit bird earrings symbol of the god Quetzalcoatl.
The quetzal is a rare paradisiac colorful bird of Mesoamerica. In the worldview of the Mayan and Aztec cultures, the quetzal occupied a very important place. This beautifully plumaged bird symbolized the feathered serpent, the great god Quetzalcóatl or Kukulkán, who was in charge of protecting heaven and earth. With its serpent form, but crowned with quetzal feathers, Quetzalcóatl was the god of the air. He's a deity that appears repeatedly as a symbol in the pyramids and representations of both cultures.
Today the quetzal is the national bird of Guatemala, and their national currency has been named after it. 
 
AVAILABLE IN:
- Gold bronze: jeweler gold bronze charm, 14k gold-filled ear wire (as shown on main picture),
- Gold plated: 14k gold plated over jeweler gold bronze charm, 14k gold-filled ear wire.
 
Details:
- Hand carved earrings.
- Solid yellow bronze also called jeweler gold bronze charms.
- 1/5" charms
- Signed in the back by artist
- 14k gold filled ear wire.
- Gold filled has 100 times more gold than plated. Does not rub off.
- Nickel free.
 
Bronze has been valued since antiquity for its strength and warm, golden tone. Over time, it naturally oxidizes—much like silver—creating a rich patina that adds depth and character. Its original luster can be easily restored with a jeweler’s polishing cloth as needed.