Chordeleg Filigree Candongas
Chordeleg Filigree Candongas
Chordeleg Filigree Candongas are luxury jewelry pieces made 100% by hand by goldsmiths in Azuay province, heirs to the tradition of the Cañari people. Every design carries its own meaning within the technique: circles evoke the planets, the sun's rays, and the phases of the moon; the wave patterns represent the seven days of the week.
The term "candonga" dates back to pre-Hispanic times and refers to an ornament that hung from the ears.
Made with care
Heirloom quality
Premium materials
Classic styling
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Materials
Hand-worked in silver using the traditional filigree technique — fine threads of silver embroidered and shaped by goldsmiths in Chordeleg, Azuay province, Ecuador
Care
Clean with a soft, dry cloth; avoid water, perfume, and lotions. Store in an airtight pouch away from light and humidity to prevent tarnishing. Avoid abrasive or ultrasonic cleaners — the fine filigree threads are delicate.
Details
Each piece is entirely handmade, so slight variations in the filigree pattern are part of its uniqueness. Designs carry meaning inherited from the Cañari people: circles evoke the sun, planets, and moon phases; wave patterns represent the seven days of the week.