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Nuna Teardrop Earrings
Nuna Teardrop Earrings

Experience the captivating movement of the Nuna Teardrop Earrings. Skilled artisans in Peru craft each piece by hand from oxidized copper and bronze, resulting in a unique and mesmerizing swirl that you won't find anywhere else. Slip these earrings on to elevate any outfit with a touch of refinement.

HANDCRAFTED IN PERU

  • Materials: Bronze, oxidized copper
  • Measures: 2"L
  • Colors: Bronze, copper
  • Notes: French hook

SKU: 6109570

THE MAKERS

Allpa is named for a Quechua Indian word that means "earth." Allpa is a Peruvian craft trading company providing marketing assistance to artisan groups and family workshops throughout Peru. In addition, Allpa provides technical help, product development advice, skills training, tools and appropriate equipment to artisans. Artisans can access short-term and mid-term loans to improve infrastructure and their workshops. Allpa works with families located in Cusco, Ayacucho, Chulucanas, Cajamarca and Huancavelica as well as Shipibo people living in the Amazon rainforest area of Pucalepa. For most of these people, craft production is a sole source of income.Allpa began active work as an alternative trading organization in 1986. Ten Thousand Villages has purchased products from Allpa since 1988.
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Welcome to our global maker-to-market movement where, together with 20,000 artisans, we ignite social change. We create opportunities for individuals, families, and communities in developing countries to thrive through strong relationships, fair wages, safe working conditions, and sustainable practices.

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