Miyuke Bead Stick Earrings, Guatemala

These fabulous earrings feature 2 long, narrow brass pieces with colorful miyuke beads on top.  These fun, dangling earrings will go with everything. Earrings measure approximately 2" long (not including ear wire).  Lever-back brass ear wires. 100% brass so can be polished if needed to last forever.  Miyuke beads. All of our products are shipped with cards containing information about fair trade and the corresponding artisan group. ABOUT THE ARTISANS   The artisans who make this jewelry are part of a fair trade cooperative in the Lake Atitlan region of Guatemala. The women are not only paid fair wages but are able to work from home so they can take care of their children while becoming financially independent. The cooperative has grown over the past 20 years to employ more and more women who are improving their lives and becoming self-sufficient.