different necklaces

Thai artisan Angels creates wonderfully dramatic jewelry using classic sterling silver ball chain. This stunning Y necklace features woven chains that culminate in a pendant with waterfall-like tiers. The cascades of beaded chain sparkle like a crystal chandelier.

.925 Sterling silver

Resembling flower buds that gleam radiantly in the light, links of high-polish sterling silver encircle the neck. Mexican artisan duo Graeme and Philip Watson create this link necklace in the traditional style of Taxco handicrafts.

By Mexico's Roy Nilson, this beautiful necklace takes the form of an amulet known as the hamsa, which means "five" in Arabic. It is considered a defense against the evil eye. Popular in Jewish culture, its five fingers can represent the five books of the Torah and the fifth letter of the Hebrew alphabet, which represents one of the holy names of God. It is also a reminder to praise God with all five senses.

Handcrafted of sterling silver, the necklace showcases Taxco artistry.

Combining several different textures, Nyoman Ariawan's pendant necklace is a masterclass in silversmithing. The Balinese artisan hand crafts the pendant from hammered sterling silver, framing the precious metal in engraved designs. The entire pendant swings from a chunky naga chain that fastens with a lobster claw clasp.

Twisting cables, cords and braids together, Wayan Sarjana finds harmony in their differentness. Gleaming sterling silver lends its allure to fascinating textures. Sarjana crafts the exquisite necklace by hand to represent the weave of life.

.925 Sterling silver

A vibrant blossom adorned with a dazzling garnet gem and dainty gold-plated accents is the star of this sterling silver long lariat necklace where Dewi Putera captures the essence of a Balinese garden in metal form. The naga chain creates fluid movement that mirrors the organic motif while twin pendants showcase sparkling citrine stones. This adjustable design transforms with each wearing, allowing the pendants to rest at different lengths and create new compositions as desired.

The Hmong Hill Tribe culture illustrates its love for nature in different accessories proudly worn by its people. With a gorgeous blue shade embellishing the cotton and hemp bodice, this exquisite A-line dress by Thai artisan Chattima features traditional Hmong textiles on the capped sleeves, neckline and pleated skirt. The diverse classic floral motifs are made using a combination of cross-stitch and printed techniques. Each dress is a one off limited edition using unique vintage fabrics.

The beautiful Bawang closes her eyes in meditation as her song of hope reaches the heavens and brings her riches. One of many of Bali's legendary characters, hers is a story of moral underpinnings as her destiny surprises her. Wayan Rendah hand-carves her visage from hibiscus wood to capture Bawang's ethereal origin with the wood's bicolor grain. Eloquently detailed, the mask features a bird pecking treasures on Bawang's head. A most vivid piece accompanied by mysticism to complement a personal collection.

A humble Bawang was envied by her sister Kesuna, who though rich, was full of lust and banished Bawang to the forest. Scared, Bawang began to pray for protection, her prayer akin to a bird's trill. Soon birds began to peck on her arms and neck leaving behind gold bracelets and necklaces. When Kesuna saw her sister's fate, she ran into the forest to seek protection, however instead of jewelry, she met only snakes and scorpions.

Hibiscus wood exhibits colors ranging from white to light gray, dark gray or even black heartwood. This natural occurrence can rarely be replicated, making each carving exceptionally unique. Please expect slight differences in wood grain color and distribution patterns. Theme and artistic quality remain the same.

Quetzalcoatl, the "feathered serpent" was a revered deity in Mesoamerican myth and legend. Mariana Llanes depicts him as a sterling silver dragon that take its own tail in his mouth. "When one becomes many, they awaken the dragon, and duality emerges — light and darkness, what is mine, yours and belonging to others," ths artist says. "Our differences, survival and the struggles for power.

"By biting its tail, the dragon places all its energy toward understanding who we are and why we're here. It speaks of overcoming one's own ego, of humility.

"For me, the open hands are a beautiful representation of human collaboration. They symbolize friendship, honesty, respect, solidarity and willingness.

"Black crosses flank the hands along with garnet droplets that represent the death and suffering caused by wars. This is in honor of everyone who has died because of war. And it's a prayer that their lives and their blood be seeds that germinate in green fields of conscience, learning, and respect for life and for our differences.

"The spirals speak of life's cyclical nature and of resilience. Of our capacity to learn and change our reality, converting painful experiences into strength and wisdom.

"The feather pendants are symbols of the birds that collect our prayers around the world — for peace, for justice, for equality and the rights of everyone. They carry our voices in their song and they carry our prayers for peace."

The pendant is worn on a beaded gemstone strand of amethyst, iolite, citrine, peridot, carnelian and garnet.