decorative jewelry

The Karen hill tribe artisans from Thailand are known for making jewelry unique to their corner of the world. Artisan Napapat comments that their works are "...very creative and beautiful, but also distinctly Thai: their methods unchanged from mother to daughter." Here she presents a hand braided ebony colored cord bracelet with a barrel-shaped silver tube flanked on each side by two beads; the detailing of the tube's filigree motif and the bead's decorations is further enhanced by the combination finish of the metal. The sliding knot closure makes it easy to adjust the bracelet so that the fit will always be perfect.

Regarded as excellent silversmiths, Karen hill tribe artisans hand craft one-of-a-kind jewelry. Napapat of Thailand presents this hand braided cord bracelet in a neutral shade of mushroom. Decorated silver beads appear at evenly spaced intervals along the cord; alternating shiny and oxidized lines give a combination finish to the silver heart shaped charm which dangles from the bracelet. An individualized fit can be easily achieved with the sliding knot.

In Bali, artisan-jeweler Buana crafts this stunning World Peace Project design featuring gentle doves handcrafted from bone. "The dove is a bird of love, with a gentle face symbolizing world peace. I've carefully decorated this unique dove with flowers in the shape of a heart, symbolizing love for all the universe and a call for universal peace. By creating this message in the form of a bracelet, I’m offering a constant reminder to the wearer to maintain thoughts of peace, and to remember to imitate the dove’s character.

"If a community is able to create peace in terms of living conditions, and in terms of embracing the existence of others in general, the population in each village will be happy to carry out activities in each of their diverse fields, including the farmers who are happy to go to the fields, office employees or civil servants, and so on and on, with the spirit of carrying out duties and responsibilities well for the harmony of all. So that macro-economy and technology will continue to develop positively, and human resources can still be relied upon for world development. If these aspects develop well, then the creation of harmonious relationships with our fellow human beings, and also with the universe, is possible."

This sterling silver bracelet features faceted blue topaz and citrine stones in a dazzling design symbolizing peace.

The Star of David symbolizes the union between God and its people, giving hope to humanity. Michael Krainer spreads this message of faith with a sterling silver pendant necklace, whose starry allure is decorated with a reconstituted turquoise stone as a symbol of peace and harmony on Earth.

The June birthstone, a perfect white pearl nestles amid sterling petals. Bali's Nyoman Rena crafts a rose to crown a beautiful silver ring. The braided band adds a touch of elegance.

This design features the flower and gemstone for June.

.925 Sterling silver

Otherworldly in their beauty, two long, elaborate wings are crafted from high-polish sterling silver that is decorated with openwork patterns. Balinese artisan Made Mustika creates this pair of hoop earrings, which adorns the ears on long sterling hooks.

May your mind bloom as gloriously as the lotus that decorates this sterling silver pendant necklace. Michael Krainer of Thailand uses advanced techniques to create this distinguished piece, adorned with mystic signs and the precious color of a reconstituted turquoise stone, symbolizing peace.

Made Wardika's ethereal pendant necklace will bring out the angel inside of you. The Balinese artisan hand carves a piece of natural bone into a glorious angel's wing, then accents his creation with a single round garnet gem in a bezel setting. A sterling silver rolo chain and decorative accents shine like the heavens above.

A turtle's life is full of lessons of wisdom, inspiring many around the world, such as designer Ajay Patil from India. The artisan works with classic silversmithing methods to create the shiny turtle-shaped pendant that decorates this sterling silver necklace, made to infuse your spirit with serene energy.

Sterling silver details immortalize a serene portrait of life in this pendant necklace by Tigran Nersisyan. Made in Armenia, the accessory conveys a lesson of wisdom and tenderness in the embossed scene that decorates the pendant, depicting a girl resting on a swing in the middle of a spring landscape.

From Sukartini, this silver pendant evokes an ancient lantern decorated with lace. The locket opens to reveal a shining brass sphere. The silver pendant is crowned with moonstone and a long sterling chain completes the lovely necklace. Moonstone is thought a sacred stone of the moon goddess, who is protective of women,

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.