mothers rings

Garnet, citrine, iolite, peridot, and amethyst surround a central blue topaz in this sterling silver pendant. The gems are hand-cut in Jaipur and hand-set in Kolkata. Inspired by the works of recently canonized missionary Mother Teresa, who spent much of her life ministering in Kolkata.

The lotus blossom — Buddha's favorite offering — forms a halo behind the head of a person who sits in meditation. Made Wardika carves the beautiful image of bone, delicately tinted with tea. It is worn on a necklace of dark brown leather.

Thai artisan Jantana designs this sterling silver bracelet which features a pendant centering a rolo chain. The pendant, hand-cut from a sheet of silver, shows the figures of three friends holding hands. The bracelet features a brushed-satin finish and closes with a spring-ring clasp.

For the proud parents of three sons, Thai artisan Jantana this sweet pendant necklace of three boys holding hands. The center a rolo chain that closes with a spring-ring clasp. The figures are drawn on a sheet of sterling silver, then hand-cut into the correct shape.

"Life is a gift, full of love and pain, full of experiences and sharing with all the beings that surround us," says the Mexican artisan of her inspiration for this unique locket necklace. Representing the wonder of giving life, a leafy cage encloses a tiny figure within. The pendant is crafted from gleaming sterling silver and centres a silver rolo chain. The artisan signs her pieces with 'NASAKA', representing the initials of Katherine Satizabal Narváez.

Sterling tendrils evoke modern lace as they embrace a shining silver globe in this lovely necklace from Sukartini. The petite chime pendant encloses a brass chime and centers a long silver chain.

Also called "angel necklaces" and "harmony balls," Such necklaces are often worn by pregnant women in Bali and also in Mexico. Many wear it as an amulet. Others prefer a long chain that lets the pendant reach to the belly and the delicate sounds are thought to soothe the mother and the baby she is carrying. Some believe it summons a guardian angel, thus making it a symbol of loving protection.