conversation piece jewelry

India's Chintan presents a stunning ring of old world beauty. Elongated sterling silver ovals are layered to feature a dazzling green faceted peridot. Invite this conversation piece to make its home in your jewelry collection.

Selecting the vibrant yellow of the sun, Ghanaian jewelry designer Salome Korkor Kpokli creates a conversation piece. Ten strands of recycled glass seed beads frame a frosted green focal point, creating both texture and volume in the long neckline.

Crafted by Karen hill tribe artisans under the direction of Thailand's Pakaon Sojintarit, this 950 silver bracelet features hand-hewn dimensional geometric shapes interspersed with silver tubes of varying lengths and widths to create a piece of jewelry that is sure to provoke conversation. The shapes are finished in a combination of matte and high polish finish, which adds a fourth dimension to the bracelet. A silver extender chain allows for a custom fit.

Karen hill tribe silver is made using techniques that have been passed down through families for generations in Thailand using only hand tools.

Crafted of oxidized and polished sterling silver, this link bracelet is a conversation piece. Mexican artisan and designer Guillermo Arregui creates the bracelet, fitting each circle with a piece of natural turquoise.

Delicate wisps of golden color drift upward through a forest of emerald foliage. Anchored by wide strokes of red, this composition by Luuk Khang is as light as a summer day.

Asian elephants are an endangered species. By making the Asian elephants' paintings widely accessible to the general public, Novica hopes to help increase awareness, encourage conservation, and raise significant funds to assist endangered elephants throughout Asia. For more information, please refer to the elephant's biography.

The reverse side of this original painting features the Elephant Conservation Center's seal of authenticity, as well as Luuk Khang's biographical information.

Please note: The elephants hold the paintbrush carefully, by the tip of their trunk — which is also the elephants' delicate nose area. Slight smudging, and an occasional water droplet, here and there, are to be expected on most elephant paintings. We like to consider that these imperfections add to the conversation value of each piece.

Broad strokes of red and green evoke the Christmas season. Grasping the brush with his trunk, Pooparn paints an exuberant abstract that expresses his cheerful spirit. The young Thai elephant artist shows a preference for bright, clear colors.

Asian elephants are an endangered species. By making the Asian elephants' paintings widely accessible to the general public, NOVICA hopes to help increase awareness, encourage conservation, and raise significant funds to assist endangered elephants throughout Asia. For more information, please refer to the elephant's biography.

The reverse side of this original painting features the Elephant Conservation Center's seal of authenticity, as well as Pooparn's biographical information. It arrives unframed.

Please note: The elephants hold the paintbrush carefully, by the tip of their trunk - which is also the elephants' delicate nose area. Slight smudging, and an occasional water droplet here and there are to be expected on most elephant paintings. We like to consider that these imperfections add to the conversation value of each piece.

Wear a piece of history with this conversation-starting pair of earrings made with pieces of Roman glass. Uncovered from ancient Roman sites in modern-day Israel, and sourced from a reputable antique dealer authorized by the Israeli government, the glass has picked up an iridescent patina from the earth in which it rested for about 2,000 years. 22k gold plated wires encircle each glass disk, which may have once been a wineglass, jug, or other vessel.

Please note: To preserve the patina on the glass, please avoid contact with water.

Wear a piece of history with this conversation-starting necklace made with a piece of Roman glass. Uncovered from ancient Roman sites in modern-day Israel, and sourced from a reputable antique dealer authorized by the Israeli government, the glass has picked up an iridescent patina from the earth in which it rested for about 2,000 years. 22k gold plated wires encircle the glass disk, which may have once been a wineglass, jug, or other vessel.

Please note: To preserve the patina on the glass, please avoid contact with water.

Experience the rich cultural heritage and timeless beauty of jade with this stunning pendant necklace by Guatemalan artisans Ruben and Gilda Perez. Symbolizing life, power and fertility in pre-Hispanic cultures, the seven oval dark green jade stones encased in polished sterling silver elegantly showcase the craftsmanship and reverence for this precious material. This eye-catching accessory adds a touch of elegance to any outfit and serves as a captivating conversation piece.