NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, offers thousands of limited edition and one-of-a-kind gifts, jewelry, and home decor treasures handmade by master artists and artisans throughout the world. The butterfly's surreal beauty inspires this captivating set by Malena. The set includes earrings and a leather choker adorned with gracious butterflies that are caught in silver tiles. .950 rating silver. Artisan Info: Magdalena Vigo Palomino decided to use "Malena" as her artistic name, since it refers to both her name, and that of her young daughter's, Jennyfer Malena. The mother and daughter team share a common interest in jewelry design, even if her daughter is still but a child. Jennyfer Malena loves to watch her mother design and create items and often helps her out or contributes with her own creative input. "I come from an artistic family, and my cousins were the ones who encouraged me the most with regards to jewelry design," explains Magdalena. "Nature is my biggest source of inspiration. I like to surround myself with all things natural and serene, so I can concentrate better. Each design I make is intended to transmit that sense of calm and love. "My biggest challenge has been raising and providing for my little girl. I want to be able to give her a good education and see her become a professional. I want to be there for her when she becomes a mother and support her. "The jewelry that I make is of good quality and it's hand-crafted with effort and loving dedication,