How do I know if my necklace is handmade?

Handmade necklaces are incomparable works of wearable art. Each one is unique in shape, color, size and design. Artisans from across the globe offer their own distinctive style of craftsmanship. In India, the vibrant colored gemstones have become a signature fashion statement. Balinese jewelry is characterized by ornate sterling tendrils set with tiny silver spheres. In Brazil, womens necklaces are often sleek and contemporary, with gemstones chosen for their particular energies. Many jewelry designs from Bali and Central America feature hand-knotted macram, such as that used in Guatemalas popular friendship bracelets. Handmade finishes may show variations in metal patterns. No two natural gemstones share the same characteristics. Each necklace holds its own individualistic sense of beauty, making it evident that it was crafted by hand. Some even bear the artisans signature.

What makes a necklace eco-friendly?

Sustainable necklaces are designed with reusable materials, and each culture makes use of the objects and materials most readily at hand. For example, many Andean, Central American and Thai artists use repurposed wood. West African artisans use recycled paper, and beads of recycled glass or plastic. In Thailand, Mexico and Bali, coconut shells are often used. Indian artists sometimes repurpose silk from saris. And Brazilian artists collect discarded zippers and soda pop-tops to crochet into stunning, eco-friendly designs.

What are the classic techniques for making women’s necklaces?

Many artisans the world over work in lost wax. They sculpt the image they want in wax, encase it in a mold, and pour molten silver or gold into it. The wax melts and flows out, leaving only the precious metal. However some artisans in Peru specialize in handmade silver and gold filigree, and some Balinese necklaces feature chains that are handwoven from slender metal strands. Karen hill tribe artisans in Thailand often use manual tools to stamp decorative motifs on fine silver. Other techniques include macram, beaded or gemstone strands, hammered metals, and carved wood or bone.

What are the most common materials for making women’s necklaces?

Precious metals and natural gemstones are the most popular materials for women's necklaces. Silver, gold and brass all provide durability as well as beauty. Artisans also utilize local materials that can include coconut shells, bamboo, bright African print fabrics, ceramic beads, natural amber, carved bone and bull horn. Both Peru and Mexico have rich silver mines and silver is used for traditional jewelry as well as contemporary designs.

What is the best way to wear women’s necklaces?

Women's necklaces are versatile and come in many styles and lengths. They can be layered or worn alone as a statement piece. Many designs go with everything from jeans to office wear or an evening out on the town. The best thing about jewelry is that its a customizable form of expression that provides a sense of luxury and individuality.

What are the signs of a well-made necklace?

When assessing the workmanship of a necklace, its helpful to pay attention to certain characteristics. For example, quality necklaces are balanced designs that rest comfortably around the neck. Clasps are secure and work well, and gemstones and beads are properly set. The precious metals should be nicely finished, and beads should not be too tightly strung. Well-made necklaces reflect excellent craftsmanship and attractive materials.

Are there specific cultural symbols used in womens necklaces?

Each culture celebrates its rich jewelry-making history through specific symbols and styles. For example, traditional West African beads, which adorn many necklaces from the region, each have a story and a specific occasion when they are worn. Others may feature the Ghanian adinkra symbols, which convey popular wisdom. In ancient Andean civilizations, the leaders apparel and jewelry showed their rank and also incorporated religious symbols. Similarly, necklaces from Bali often depict deities from the Hindu pantheon. In India, a womans jewelry is linked to her status in society and may depict Hindu gods as well as mantra symbols such as the omkara, the root of all sounds and the emblem of the Most High. Angel necklaces and harmony ball necklaces are often worn by pregnant women in Bali and in Mexico. The pendant makes a delicate bell sound, 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.

Necklaces at NOVICA

Sterling silver pendant necklace, 'One Nova' - Sterling Silver and Faceted Cubic Zirconia Pendant Necklace

New Arrival

One Nova, Sterling Silver and Faceted Cubic Zirconia Pendant Necklace

Bhavya Jain

(422)

$49.99 Wholesale

$49.99

Citrine pendant necklace, 'Jubilant Hope' - Cross-Themed Faceted Citrine and Sterling Silver Necklace

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Jubilant Hope, Cross-Themed Faceted Citrine and Sterling Silver Necklace

Chintan

(321)

$94.99 Wholesale

$94.99

Garnet pendant necklace, 'Feline Moon' - Garnet and Cubic Zirconia Cat-and-Moon Pendant Necklace

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Feline Moon, Garnet and Cubic Zirconia Cat-and-Moon Pendant Necklace

Chintan

(321)

$79.99 Wholesale

$79.99

Garnet pendant necklace, 'Dragonfly Seduction' - Dragonfly-Themed Natural Crimson Garnet Pendant Necklace

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Dragonfly Seduction, Dragonfly-Themed Natural Crimson Garnet Pendant Necklace

Chintan

(321)

$69.99 Wholesale

$69.99

Sterling silver locket necklace, 'Paradisial Dew' - Classic Balinese Sterling Silver Locket Pendant Necklace

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Paradisial Dew, Classic Balinese Sterling Silver Locket Pendant Necklace

Arta Pradana

(27)

$76.49 Wholesale

~~$89.99~~ $76.49

Sterling silver locket necklace, 'Island Spell' - Balinese Artisan-Made Polished and Oxidized Locket Necklace

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Island Spell, Balinese Artisan-Made Polished and Oxidized Locket Necklace

Arta Pradana

(27)

$74.79 Wholesale

~~$87.99~~ $74.79

Citrine pendant necklace, 'Feline Poise' - Whimsical Silver Cat Pendant Necklace with Citrine Gemstone

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Feline Poise, Whimsical Silver Cat Pendant Necklace with Citrine Gemstone

Chintan

(321)

$69.99 Wholesale

$69.99

Men's spinel pendant necklace, 'Mystic Flight' - Bat Halloween-Themed Men's Spinel Silver Pendant Necklace

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Mystic Flight, Bat Halloween-Themed Men's Spinel Silver Pendant Necklace

Chintan

(321)

$79.99 Wholesale

$79.99

Amethyst pendant necklace, 'Purple Cluster' - Silver Pendant Necklace with Three Round Amethyst Gemstones

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Purple Cluster, Silver Pendant Necklace with Three Round Amethyst Gemstones

Chintan

(321)

$69.99 Wholesale

$69.99

Labradorite pendant necklace, 'Spirit Guide' - Spirit Board Planchette-Shaped Labradorite Silver Necklace

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Spirit Guide, Spirit Board Planchette-Shaped Labradorite Silver Necklace

Chintan

(321)

$79.99 Wholesale

$79.99

Men's garnet pendant necklace, 'Crescent Guardian' - Bat and Moon-Themed Men's Garnet Silver Pendant Necklace

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Crescent Guardian, Bat and Moon-Themed Men's Garnet Silver Pendant Necklace

Chintan

(321)

$69.99 Wholesale

$69.99

Peridot pendant necklace, 'Feline Crescent Dreams' - Cat and Crescent Moon-Themed Peridot Silver Pendant Necklace

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Feline Crescent Dreams, Cat and Crescent Moon-Themed Peridot Silver Pendant Necklace

Chintan

(321)

$107.99 Wholesale

$107.99

Amethyst pendant necklace, 'Antique Whispers' - High-Polished Natural Amethyst Cabochon Pendant Necklace

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Antique Whispers, High-Polished Natural Amethyst Cabochon Pendant Necklace

Maria del Carmen Vargas

(16)

$84.99 Wholesale

$84.99

Amazonite and apatite pendant necklace, 'Marine Leaves' - Fantasy Sea-Inspired Amazonite and Apatite Pendant Necklace

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Marine Leaves, Fantasy Sea-Inspired Amazonite and Apatite Pendant Necklace

Silvia Garcia

(60)

$69.99 Wholesale

$69.99

Gold-accented lapis lazuli and hematite beaded necklace, 'Dreaming in Blue' - Lapis Lazuli Hematite Beaded Necklace with Gold-Plated Clasp

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Dreaming in Blue, Lapis Lazuli Hematite Beaded Necklace with Gold-Plated Clasp

Tipa

(167)

$85.49 Wholesale

~~$94.99~~ $85.49

Gold-plated cultured pearl pendant necklace, 'Golden Siren' - 18k Gold-Plated Pendant Necklace with a Peach Cultured Pearl

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Golden Siren, 18k Gold-Plated Pendant Necklace with a Peach Cultured Pearl

Made Sri

(123)

$53.99 Wholesale

~~$59.99~~ $53.99

Gold-plated pendant necklace, 'Celestial Charm' - Gold-Plated Necklace with Sun Crescent Moon Dual Pendants

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Celestial Charm, Gold-Plated Necklace with Sun Crescent Moon Dual Pendants

Made Sri

(123)

$85.49 Wholesale

~~$89.99~~ $85.49

Gold-plated cubic zirconia pendant necklace, 'Ankh Inspiration' - Ankh Cross Symbol Gold-Plated Cubic Zirconia Necklace

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Ankh Inspiration, Ankh Cross Symbol Gold-Plated Cubic Zirconia Necklace

Made Sri

(123)

$61.74 Wholesale

~~$64.99~~ $61.74

Gold-plated reconstituted turquoise and cultured pearl pendant necklace, 'Sky Wonder' - Gold-Plated Reconstituted Turquoise Cultured Pearl Necklace

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Sky Wonder, Gold-Plated Reconstituted Turquoise Cultured Pearl Necklace

Made Sri

(123)

$67.99 Wholesale

~~$79.99~~ $67.99

Gold-plated cubic zirconia pendant necklace, 'Multicolored Chakra' - 7 Color Chakra-Themed Gold-Plated Cubic Zirconia Necklace

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Multicolored Chakra, 7 Color Chakra-Themed Gold-Plated Cubic Zirconia Necklace

Made Sri

(123)

$85.49 Wholesale

~~$89.99~~ $85.49

Gold-accented garnet and amethyst long lariat necklace, 'Jewel Garden' - Gold-Accented Garnet Amethyst Silver Floral Lariat Necklace

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Jewel Garden, Gold-Accented Garnet Amethyst Silver Floral Lariat Necklace

Dewi Putera

(350)

$227.99 Wholesale

~~$239.99~~ $227.99

Gold-plated cultured pearl pendant necklace, 'Timeless Grace' - 18k Gold-Plated Ball Necklace with Cultured Pearl Pendant

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Timeless Grace, 18k Gold-Plated Ball Necklace with Cultured Pearl Pendant

Jantana

(710)

$69.99 Wholesale

$69.99

Secrets of the Heart, Minimalist Heart-Themed Silver and Cultured Pearl Necklace

Jantana

(710)

$59.99 Wholesale

$59.99

Contrasting Spheres, 18k Gold-Accented Wood Pendant Necklace from Thailand

Sarote Lochotinunt

(339)

$39.99 Wholesale

$39.99

Celestial Luster, Silver Charm Necklace with Lapis Lazuli and Cultured Pearls

Somsiri Juntamin

(76)

$71.99 Wholesale

~~$79.99~~ $71.99

Fiery Luster, 2-Carat Garnet Cultured Pearl Silver Charm Station Necklace

Somsiri Juntamin

(76)

$79.99 Wholesale

$79.99

Luxurious Lotus, Lotus Flower-Themed Multi-Gemstone Silver Pendant Necklace

Shivani Choudhary

(232)

$139.99 Wholesale

$139.99

Lapis lazuli pendant necklace, 'Magical Cat' - Cat-Themed Silver Pendant Necklace with Lapis Lazuli Stone

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Magical Cat, Cat-Themed Silver Pendant Necklace with Lapis Lazuli Stone

Shivani Choudhary

(232)

$94.49 Wholesale

~~$104.99~~ $94.49

Cultured pearl and garnet pendant necklace, 'Exquisite Lotus' - Lotus Flower Cultured Pearl Garnet Silver Pendant Necklace

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Exquisite Lotus, Lotus Flower Cultured Pearl Garnet Silver Pendant Necklace

Shivani Choudhary

(232)

$129.99 Wholesale

$129.99

Rainbow moonstone pendant necklace, 'Ethereal Energy' - Artisan-Made Natural Rainbow Moonstone Pendant Necklace

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Ethereal Energy, Artisan-Made Natural Rainbow Moonstone Pendant Necklace

Neetu Barathi

(1609)

$127.99 Wholesale

$127.99

Exotic Flair, Brass Double Strand Pendant Necklace with Brown Quartz

Sabir

(99)

$19.99 Wholesale

$19.99

Bold and Beautiful, Leather Choker Necklace with Sterling Silver Ball Pendant

Zayd Makarim

(559)

$179.99 Wholesale

~~$199.99~~ $179.99

Form and Flow, Bohemian Brass and Resin Beaded Pendant Necklace from India

Sabir

(99)

$19.99 Wholesale

$19.99

Ethereal Dame, Bollywood-Inspired Quartz and Polished Brass Beaded Necklace

Sabir

(99)

$19.99 Wholesale

$19.99

Elegance & Pearls, Artisan-Made 24k Gold-Plated Cultured Pearl Station Necklace

Ali Guzman

$129.99 Wholesale

$129.99

Beauty & Pearls, 24k Gold-Plated Baroque Pearl Station Necklace from Mexico

Ali Guzman

$129.99 Wholesale

$129.99

Gold-plated cultured pearl station necklace, 'Wise Tides' - High-Polished 24k Gold-Plated Grey Pearl Station Necklace

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Wise Tides, High-Polished 24k Gold-Plated Grey Pearl Station Necklace

Ali Guzman

$129.99 Wholesale

$129.99

Pearly Blue, 24k Gold-Plated Blue Agate and Cream Pearl Station Necklace

Ali Guzman

$129.99 Wholesale

$129.99

Precious Dragonfly, 5-Carat Prasiolite Gold-Accented Dragonfly Lariat Necklace

Dewi Putera

(350)

$202.29 Wholesale

~~$237.99~~ $202.29

Radiant Sky Blue, Polished Sterling Silver and Aquamarine Pendant Necklace

Chatchanop Naratcharuj

(7)

$69.99 Wholesale

$69.99

Enchanted Petals, 22k Gold-Plated Resin-Coated Purple Orchid Lariat Necklace

Danai

(358)

$49.99 Wholesale

$49.99

Posh Wreath of Gems, Rainbow Moonstone Smoky Quartz Labradorite Pendant Necklace

Neetu Barathi

(1609)

$67.99 Wholesale

$67.99

Vibrant Wreath of Gems, Rainbow Moonstone Rose Quartz Garnet Silver Pendant Necklace

Neetu Barathi

(1609)

$67.99 Wholesale

$67.99

Virgo Born, Cubic Zirconia Virgo Pendant Necklace with 24k Gold Plating

Ali Guzman

$294.99 Wholesale

$294.99

Sterling silver choker, 'Seduction' - Unique Sterling Silver Collar Necklace

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Seduction, Unique Sterling Silver Collar Necklace

Size: 12.5" Inner Circ. x 0.7" W

Aoy

(932)

$219.99 Wholesale

$219.99

Gold-plated brass and pink tourmaline pendant necklace, 'You Are Free in Gold' - 14kt Gold-Plated and Pink Tourmaline Feather Necklace

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You Are Free in Gold, 14kt Gold-Plated and Pink Tourmaline Feather Necklace

GlobeIn Collection

(16)

$59.99 Wholesale

$59.99

Teardrop, Sterling Silver Teardrop Pendant Necklace from Mexico

Far Fetched Jewelry

(39)

$29.95 Wholesale

$29.95

Lucky Wishbone, Polished Silver-Plated Pewter Wishbone Pendant Necklace

Far Fetched Jewelry

(39)

$9.95 Wholesale

$9.95

Ardent Octagon in Gold, Gold-Plated Sterling Silver Contemporary Pendant Necklace

Far Fetched Jewelry

(39)

$24.95 Wholesale

$24.95

Book of Kells, Book of Kells Initial Necklace

Length: 18"

National Geographic Classic Collection

(3937)

$35.40 Wholesale

~~$59~~ $35.40

Sterling silver pendant necklace, 'Classic Claddagh' - Birthstone Crystal Irish Claddagh Pendant Necklace

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Classic Claddagh, Birthstone Crystal Irish Claddagh Pendant Necklace

National Geographic Jewelry Collection

(259)

$58.20 Wholesale

~~$97~~ $58.20

Emotive, Sterling Silver Teardrop Pendant Necklace from Mexico

Far Fetched Jewelry

(39)

$24.95 Wholesale

$24.95

Momentum in Gold, Gold-Plated Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace from Mexico

Far Fetched Jewelry

(39)

$24.95 Wholesale

$24.95

Poignant, Sterling Silver Contemporary Pendant Necklace from Mexico

Far Fetched Jewelry

(39)

$24.95 Wholesale

$24.95

Lucidity, Gold-Plated Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace

Far Fetched Jewelry

(39)

$34.95 Wholesale

$34.95

Raindrop, Sterling Silver Contemporary Pendant Necklace from Mexico

Far Fetched Jewelry

(39)

$24.95 Wholesale

$24.95

Simplicity, Long Gold-Plated Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace

Far Fetched Jewelry

(39)

$34.95 Wholesale

$34.95

Momentum, Sterling Silver Minimalist Cog Pendant Necklace from Mexico

Far Fetched Jewelry

(39)

$24.95 Wholesale

$24.95

Nova, Sterling Silver Modern Pendant Necklace from Mexico

Far Fetched Jewelry

(39)

$24.95 Wholesale

$24.95

Emotive in Gold, Gold-Plated Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace from Mexico

Far Fetched Jewelry

(39)

$24.95 Wholesale

$24.95

Tree of Life Trinity, Tree of Life Trinity Necklace with Swarovski Crystals

Length: 18"

National Geographic Classic Collection

(3937)

$35 Wholesale

~~$69.99~~ $35

Lemon Slice, Sterling Silver and Brass Lemon Slice Pendant from Mexico

Far Fetched Jewelry

(39)

$24.95 Wholesale

$24.95

Tree of Life Circle, Tree of Life Themed Silver and Copper Long Pendant Necklace

Garik Khumaryan

$89 Wholesale

$89

Future Man, Men's Sterling Silver Pendant with Geometric Pendant

Nyoman Ariawan

(255)

$194 Wholesale

$194

Sacred Lilac Lotus, Hand Crafted Floral Amethyst and Sterling Silver Pendant

Nyoman Rena

(2218)

$29 Wholesale

$29

Nuada, Men's Sword Pendant in Black Rhodium Plated Sterling Silver

National Geographic Jewelry Collection

(259)

$159 Wholesale

$159

Shiva's Helm of Awe, Men's Sterling Silver Helm of Awe Pendant from India

Shivani Choudhary

(232)

$71.99 Wholesale

$71.99

Wood pendant necklace, 'Manta Ray' - Swirl Pattern Jobillo Wood Pendant Necklace from Costa Rica

Jobillo Swirl Figure, Swirl Pattern Jobillo Wood Pendant Necklace from Costa Rica

Length: 14"

Milagro Cascante

(8)

$31.99 Wholesale

~~$39.99~~ $31.99

Jade heart necklace, 'Love Immemorial' - Artisan Crafted Heart Shaped Jade Pendant Necklace

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Love Immemorial, Artisan Crafted Heart Shaped Jade Pendant Necklace

Length: 18"

Zandra Lorena Sajbin

(630)

$104.99 Wholesale

$104.99

Jade pendant necklace, 'Light Green Forest Princess' - Jade and Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace from Guatemala

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Light Green Forest Princess, Jade and Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace from Guatemala

Length: 18"

Zandra Lorena Sajbin

(630)

$84.99 Wholesale

$84.99

Men's jade pendant necklace, 'Strong Bite' - Men's Black Jade and Sterling Silver Fang Pendant Necklace

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Strong Bite, Men's Black Jade and Sterling Silver Fang Pendant Necklace

Length: 20"

Zandra Lorena Sajbin

(630)

$159.99 Wholesale

$159.99

Jade pendant necklace, 'Lilac Heart' - Natural Lavender Jade and Sterling Silver Heart Necklace

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Lilac Heart, Natural Lavender Jade and Sterling Silver Heart Necklace

Length: 18"

Nicte Migliozzi

(47)

$79.99 Wholesale

$79.99

Men's jade pendant necklace, 'Invincible' - Men's Handcrafted Sterling Silver Pendant Jade Necklace

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Invincible, Men's Handcrafted Sterling Silver Pendant Jade Necklace

Length: 18"

Zandra Lorena Sajbin

(630)

$149.99 Wholesale

$149.99

Jade pendant necklace, 'Mayan Heart in Light Green' - Light Green Jade Silver Heart Pendant Necklace Guatemala

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Mayan Heart in Light Green, Light Green Jade Silver Heart Pendant Necklace Guatemala

Length: 18"

Zandra Lorena Sajbin

(630)

$84.99 Wholesale

$84.99

Jade pendant necklace, 'Roped Facets' - Faceted Jade Pendant Necklace from Guatemala

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Roped Facets, Faceted Jade Pendant Necklace from Guatemala

Length: 18"

Zandra Lorena Sajbin

(630)

$67.99 Wholesale

$67.99

Jade pendant necklace, 'Wealth Frog' - Feng Shui Frog Theme Unisex Adjustable Jade Pendant Necklace

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Wealth Frog, Feng Shui Frog Theme Unisex Adjustable Jade Pendant Necklace

Length: 16.25"

Ruben and Gilda Perez

(250)

$87.99 Wholesale

~~$109.99~~ $87.99

Lilac jade pendant necklace, 'Floating in the Breeze' - Guatemalan Sterling Silver and Lilac Jade Dangle Necklace

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Floating in the Breeze, Guatemalan Sterling Silver and Lilac Jade Dangle Necklace

Length: 18"

Zandra Lorena Sajbin

(630)

$99.99 Wholesale

$99.99

Dark green jade pendant necklace, 'North and South' - Dark Green Guatemalan Jade Necklace in Sterling Silver

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North and South, Dark Green Guatemalan Jade Necklace in Sterling Silver

Length: 18"

Zandra Lorena Sajbin

(630)

$79.99 Wholesale

$79.99

Jade pendant necklace, 'Calm Beauty in Apple Green' - Cylindrical Jade Necklace in Apple Green from Guatemala

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Calm Beauty in Apple Green, Cylindrical Jade Necklace in Apple Green from Guatemala

Length: 18"

Zandra Lorena Sajbin

(630)

$89.99 Wholesale

$89.99

Rune Thurisaz, Unique Green Jade Rune Necklace from Guatemala

Length: 20"

Zandra Lorena Sajbin

(630)

$64.99 Wholesale

$64.99

Aq'ab'al, Jade Owl Pendant Necklace from Guatemala

Length: 19"

Zandra Lorena Sajbin

(630)

$55.99 Wholesale

~~$69.99~~ $55.99

Dark Green Ancestral Treasure, Faceted Dark Green Jade Pendant Necklace from Guatemala

Length: 21.5"

Zandra Lorena Sajbin

(630)

$67.99 Wholesale

$67.99

Falling Drop, Green Jade Teardrop Pendant Necklace from Guatemala

Length: 18"

Zandra Lorena Sajbin

(630)

$89.99 Wholesale

$89.99

Jade pendant necklace, 'Life' - Artisan Crafted Cotton Cord Jade Pendant Necklace

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Life, Artisan Crafted Cotton Cord Jade Pendant Necklace

Length: 18"

Ruben and Gilda Perez

(250)

$79.99 Wholesale

~~$99.99~~ $79.99

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