The beads that make up these earrings have been around! The vintage, Green Vaseline Glass beads are African Trade beads most likely traded by Czechoslovakia to Africa for Palm oil. They have a earthy texture and glow from within. The blue Kyanite heishi beads are also Out of Africa. In addition to being beautiful, Blue Kyanite is said to encourage self expression and communication. Hill Tribe Silver from Thailand was also used in this design. The earrings are suspended from Sterling Silver lever back earring wires. I think these earrings will make excellent traveling companions on your next adventure and they don’t snore!