This handmade creation is offered in partnership with NOVICA, in association with National Geographic.
Meticulously shaped of sterling silver, a stylized beetle adorns this necklace by Zayd Makarim. In ancient Egypt, beetles known as scarabs were considered a talisman and a symbol of resurrection. The pendant is worn on an intricate silver chain.
Product Features:
- Weight: 0.93 oz
- Chain: 16.25" L
- Pendant Dimension: 1.2" L x 0.6" W x 0.3" D
- Product Features: Handmade
- Gender: Women's
- Material: Sterling Silver
- Metal Color: White
- Metal: .925 Sterling Silver
- Made in Indonesia
Story Behind the Art:
My wife helps me a lot… when I think of something beautiful, I think about her. She means everything to me.
Zayd Makarim was born in West Java on August 2, 1968. From the time he was a child, he liked art. "I did paintings and sculptures for fun," he recalls. "It started as an assignment for school but, by doing them, I discovered I liked art so much that it became one of my passions."
As an adult, Makarim's job took him to Bali. "I'd always had a dream to come to Bali, and also to travel," he says. "And my dream came true." In Bali he worked for a famous jewelry designer and that's where he learned about silver and design, and began making his own jewelry.
It all started because of my wife's birthday. I wanted to create a gift for her, so I made a pair of earrings. When they were done, I could not believe my eyes because they were so beautiful... and she loved them!" he confides. "Many of her friends asked if I could make some for them. I started thinking about taking my passion seriously and I decided to create my own jewelry line."
I like art and find inspiration in everything that surrounds me. I love architecture and I am eager to know and learn more about other nations' culture. In my pieces, I want to express myself as well as what surrounds me.
My wife helps me a lot. Thanks to her I get really inspired because when I think of something beautiful, I think about her and what would be good for her. She means everything to me.
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