18kt Gold Vermeil PSTM Afghanistan Peridot & Citrine Drop Earrings

These 18kt gold vermeil, peridot and citrine earrings are handmade in Afghanistan by the artisans of the Turquoise Mountain Foundation.

Turquoise Mountain has worked in Kabul for over 12 years training and employing young people in meaningful creative jobs is vitally important now in Afghanistan when the young desperately need hope and a sense of purpose in a beautiful country tragically caught up in violence and conflict.

Peridot, this beautiful olive green gem has been used for many years as an amulet and prized jewel. Peridot is thought to bring power and influence, love, happiness and wealth. Ancient sages considered peridot to be a gift from Mother Nature that symbolised the annual renewal of creation. 

Citrine, the joyful yellow gem from Madagascar carries the power of the sun. Believed to bring a new lease of life to the ones who carry it.