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Ethereal gemstones make this jewelry set from Mexico's Patricia Guzman a standout. Working with 14k gold-plated stainless steel, the artisan creates a linear pendant necklace with tourmalinated quartz, moonstone, and dusky labradorite. Matching earrings feature gold-plated posts and butterfly clasps.

Mexican artisan Patricia Guzman demonstrates her unique creativity with this striking jewelry set. Featuring a Y-necklace and dangle earrings, the set is handcrafted from stainless steel plated with 14k gold. A large quartz stone forms the pendant, while beads of quartz, crystal, and agate add interest to the chain. One quartz crystal dangles from each earring.

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.

The color of an enchanted night bathes this sublime necklace from Thailand, assuming the shape of precious lapis lazuli stones. Artisan Tipa recreates the beauty of the region's sky in this bohemian necklace, completed with howlite, chalcedony, quartz and 925 sterling silver accents.

Joyful chimes are ringing, heralding the arrival of summer. Tiraphan Hasub of Thailand presents this original bracelet design, featuring cherry-red dyed quartz on braided brown cords. Two rows of tiny brass beads lead to round brass bells that jingle cheerfully. The bracelet closes at one of two lengths with another brass bell.