artistic necklaces

Surrounded by the energizing flux of carnelian, a sterling silver elephant centers this beaded necklace. Thailand's Somluck Komolmith crafts the necklace by hand with artistic expertise.

.925 Sterling silver

This exquisite necklace pays tribute to ancestral Indonesian design. Handcrafted of sterling silver, it features luxurious tendrils surrounding a gem and a finely woven chain. Buana centers the pendant with carnelian's passionate fire. Carnelian represents the birthstone of July.

.925 Sterling silver

Graceful and beautiful, this handcrafted necklace exemplifies Balinese artistry. Colorful gemstones nestle amid sterling silver leaves and flowers in bright array. Faceted amethyst, citrine and garnet total 2.4 carats to complement a cabochon carnelian. Buana crafts this extraordinary necklace and completes it with a braided black leather cord.

.925 Sterling silver

Discover the allure of Michael Krainer's artistry with this breathtaking pendant necklace expertly crafted in Thailand. This gorgeous accessory showcases six radiant carnelian stones nestled within an exquisite, openwork floral design inspired by chakra symbols. The gleaming sterling silver and chic ball chain make it a unique necklace that demands attention.

Mariana Llanes creates jewelry that is rich in symbolic meaning and artistic lyricism. "The empty space within this heart represents its infinite and unlimited capacity to expand and produce love," explains the Mexican designer. "The cluster of garnets and carnelians represent fire as an essential quality of the human heart."

.925 Sterling silver

Hanzi are characters used in Chinese writing. As early as the sixth century A.D., many of these characters began to be simplified and adopted into Japanese writing, where they're known as kanji, a term that is more widely used in the West. Artisans in Yiwu, China, create these pendants by using sterling silver and the lost-wax casting method. Each character emulates the sweeping brushstrokes of traditional calligraphy. Choose based on birth month, favorite color, or simply the symbol that resonates with you most.

January: Garnet/Beauty, February: Amethyst/Generosity, March: Blue Topaz/Affection, April: White Quartz/Love, May: Green Quartz/Sweetness, June: White Pearl/Longevity, July: Carnelian/Perfection, August: Peridot/Purity, September: Iolite/Protection, October: Pink Tourmaline/Happiness, November: Citrine/Artistry, December: Turquoise/Imagination.