exquisite necklaces

Simply extraordinary in its artful minimalism, this necklace is centered by the lotus flower, sacred to the Buddhist faith. Balinese designer Ketut Sulastri engraves the bloom in a sterling silver medallion next to a glistening amethyst. Featuring an aged finish, this artisan crafted sterling silver necklace features a diminutive chain adorned with more amethysts.

Swooping earthward on sterling wings, the hawk is a fierce hunter. He grasps a faceted amethyst in strong talons and takes to the sky. Nyoman Rena depicts the beautiful bird in silver, displaying the pendant on a braided leather necklace.

.925 Sterling silver

Colorful gemstones adorn a sterling gourami fish in a silver lily pond. Complementing pink and white cultured pearls, faceted amethyst, peridot, citrine and garnet total 1.8 carats. Buana hand-crafts the exquisite pendant and presents it on a braided black leather cord.

.925 Sterling silver

A cabochon amethyst gemstone dangles gracefully from a rose pendant exquisitely carved by hand from bone in Bali. This sterling silver pendant necklace designed by Buana oozes sophistication and features an elegant polished finish.

A sterling pendant consisting of six amethyst stones branches out in four directions, forming a lovely cross. From Wayan Asmana, the necklace melds the beautiful violet gemstone, which represents February´s birthstone, with silver to form an original design, brimming with traditional Balinese sentiment.

.925 Sterling silver

With a solemn expression, an argent owl seems both wise and playful. Nyoman Rena depicts the charming bird in sterling silver. Amethyst adorns the tummy while sparkling garnet eyes are ever watchful.

.925 Sterling silver

Suspended from a silver pendant, the eagle's fierce, proud beauty distinguishes this novel design. Buana carves the brave bird from bone and crowns it with amethyst. A black cotton cord of adjustable length completes the necklace.

A serene and regal face, delicately carved of cow bone, adorns this necklace from Bali's Komang Suastra. She is Candra Kirana, princess of Kediri (a kingdom in East Java). Bedecked with over 2 carats of amethysts and crowned with sterling silver, the pendant is suspended from a sterling silver wheat chain.

Candra Kirana (whose name means 'Radiant Ray of the Moon') was the princess of Kediri in East Java. On the eve of her wedding day, Candra Kirana disappears. A demoness who wants Prince Panji (her bridegroom) for herself takes the form of a beautiful princess and tells the prince that she is his wife but has been transformed by the goddess Durga. Meanwhile, Candra Kirana finds herself deep in the forest, where she attracts the attention of the gods. Disguised by the gods as a man, she travels to the palace to be reunited with her bridegroom. When the demoness’s true identity is revealed, Candra Kirana magically vanishes. Panji goes in search of his bride, who has since become the king of Bali. At the climax, the prince fights with the disguised Chandra Kirana. According to the gods’ command, she must draw Panji’s blood in order to reveal her true identity. For a long time, neither of them brings harm to the other, but eventually Princess Candra Kirana draws her hairpin and pricks Prince Panji; thus she is finally reunited with her beloved.

With a solemn expression, Ganesha seems both wise and benevolent. Nyoman Rena depicts the Hindu lord of auspiciousness in sterling silver. Amethyst adorns the portrait of the beloved deity, which is worn on a necklace of braided black leather.

.925 Sterling silver

Crowned with amethyst, a sterling silver sphere hosts a sleek enameled globe inside that chimes like a small bell. Ketut Sulastri crafts the necklace by hand with white cultured pearls and petite amethyst gemstones along the long silver chain.

Also called "angel necklaces" and "harmony balls," Such necklaces are often worn by pregnant women in Bali and also in Mexico. The chain 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.

Forming a cross, four sparkling amethysts radiate violet beauty. From Wayan Asmana, the gems appear amid floral tendrils for a beautiful pendant. Sterling silver is the medium for this exquisite necklace.

.925 Sterling silver

Alighting on fragrant flowers, a butterfly finds bliss in Balinese gardens. Buana crafts the image in silver, setting this exquisite necklace with sleek carnelian and faceted amethysts that total 1.5 carats.

.925 Sterling silver