Jewelry-making

The Philippine jewelry making trade has been in existence since

the early 16th century.
Two sub-sectors of the Philippine Jewelry Making Industry

precious metal jewelry and pearls precious and semi-precious stones

 The science behind the practice The impact of the practice to living
condition of the indigenous society
• Precious metal jewelry can be in the form of rings, earrings,
necklaces, bracelets,; and decorative items such as spoons, forks; and
office items such as pen and paper holders.

• Pearls, precious stones and semi-precious stones are unworked or

worked pearls, cut and polished diamonds and colored gemstones
such as emerald, rubies and sapphires in loose form.

Traditionally, jewelry-making is a home based industry

intended to be a source of livelihood for the family. It
has become an industry worthy of government attention
and support.
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Pottery Fun fact!

The emergence of pottery in the Philippines The “Yawning” Jarlet of Leta-Leta Cave.
indicates the complexity of cultural development
during the Neolithic Period.

palayok

Banga and tapayan

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 The science behind the practice The impact of the practice to living condition
of the indigenous society
• Filipino potters make pots of different sizes, shapes, and designs, which
are usually geometric with stylized nature-themed motifs. Functional
pieces are made as the need would arise.

Preserving the traditional way of making pottery and

keeping artifacts intact will also help in preserving
Philippine tradition and culture that will benefit the
future generations.
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