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BATIK TAGUA EARRINGS
$30.00
handmade
community voted (278 votes)
Elephant Friendly Earrings
Add a touch of exoticism to any outfit with these eye-catching drop earrings. Reminiscent of radiant agate and glossy ivory, each drop is carved from sustainable tagua, commonly referred to as "vegetable ivory" for its likeness in bulk and texture. Each swirled water or chevron-patterned iris bead is enlivened by artisans using Batik, a traditional method wherein a design is applied using wax, then the object is dyed and the wax is removed to reveal a distinctive and unique silhouette of the wax seal.
Tagua, also known as vegetable ivory, is environmentally friendly and helps curb illegal elephant poaching, prevents deforestation, and allows local communities to make a living from the collection and processing of the seeds. All of Monica Farbiarz's tagua jewelry is handmade in a Colombian workshop that prides itself on treating workers fairly and providing the opportunity to learn life skills.
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- Item ID: 21136
- Materials: silver plate, tagua nut
- 1.25" L
- Although tagua does not bleed or fade, it is recommended that it be kept out of direct, prolonged sunlight.
Monica Farbiarz
When Monica Farbiarz traveled to Colombia in 2006, she had no idea that she, a dancer, musician and yoga instructor, would fall so quickly in love with the Tagua seed, a material that would inspire a full time jewelry-designing business See all creations.
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Q and A
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278 votes * 16 comments
Cassie, UncommonGoods Community Moderator
Everyone needs a drop of the exotic in their life! Designer Monica Farbiarz's Batik Earrings are made from sustainable tagua by fair trade artisans using traditional techniques. Check out the product story to learn more, then let us know if you love these artful earrings.
Liane
Vote: Thumbs up!
I'd definitely wear these, and I love that they are made from environmentally friendly materials.
Seneca
Vote: Thumbs up!
Cute looking and I appreciate the materials used.
JoBeth
Vote: Thumbs up!
These are great and very affordable.
Megan
Vote: Thumbs up!
Pretty and environmentally friendly!
Darcy
Vote: Thumbs up!
Attractive, affordable and made in a place that pays attention to workers' quality of life. Awesome.
Victoria
Vote: Thumbs up!
I'll take a pair...thanks....
Moddy
Vote: Thumbs up!
Yeah, i could see these selling - I would change the name to include a reference to the fact that it's 'vegetable' ivory, probably catch more buyers' eyes.
Michelle
Vote: Thumbs down!
Price is fine, but just not my style..
Caity
Vote: Thumbs up!
too expensive
cynthia
Vote: Thumbs up!
love these
Marisa
Vote: Thumbs up!
Look cute and environmentally friendly!
Rebecca
Vote: Thumbs up!
Those are really cute! And different.
Outdoorsy Business Exec and Mom of 3
Vote: Thumbs down!
Looks like painted rocks
Sofia
Vote: Thumbs down!
I do not like this style and it's a weeb itcostly for earrings!!!!
Terri
Vote: Thumbs up!
I love these earrings! I want to purchase them to go with the necklaces. They're beautiful.