Aztec Calendar Central American Archaeological Wood Calendar The Sierra Family The ombré hues deepen from

The ombré hues deepen from kelly green to dark navy on one side

Dainty granules of silver accented by brilliant gold plated bands make these dangle earrings a standout

Huehuetenango Guatemala

working in the tradition of barro negro handicrafts

Reads "A piece of my heart lives in heaven"

Aztec Calendar Central American Archaeological Wood Calendar The Sierra Family The ombré hues deepen fromMaria Estela Perlera de Portillo recreates the elaborate stone sculpture known as the 'Aztec Calendar' or 'Sun Stone.' Discovered in Mexico City, the original massive stone is on display in the National Museum of Anthropology and History. The Aztecs (or Mexica, as they called themselves) believed that the sun struggled daily against the forces of darkness. They aided the sun through human sacrifices. This superb example is meticulously created by hand