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A multi-gem linked strand of onyx, garnet, rainbow moonstone and amethyst is displayed along sterling silver cable chain in this charming bracelet from India. Neetu Barathi designs this bracelet, which culminates in two round charms; one is crafted entirely of sterling silver and features a combination of finishes, while the other is a labradorite gemstone set in high-polish sterling silver.

Faceted to increase its allure, garnet, the birthstone of January, forms a crimson chain. Bhavesh's design encases the romantic stones in silver, linking the gems in a dazzling bracelet.

.925 Sterling silver

Colorful gems of powerful beauty are designed to align with their respective chakras in a ring from Alok Jain. Crafted of sterling silver, the ring is crowned with amethyst, iolite, citrine, peridot, garnet, blue topaz and carnelian set within a gentle curve. Their colors correspond to a specific chakra for clear and light purple stones are associated with the 7th chakra (awareness and wisdom); the purple, violet and indigo gems with the 6th chakra (insight and perception), and the blue or light blue with the 5th, that of communication and truth. Green and pink stones are for love and compassion, linked to the heart, on the 4th chakra. For inner power and will, the 3rd chakra is associated with yellow gems, whereas emotion and sexuality are linked to red and orange gems for the 2nd chakra. Black gems are used to stimulate the 1st chakra, that of stability and security.

In Sanskrit, chakra refers to an energy vortex through which vital universal forces are channeled, and there are believed to be seven in the human body. When all seven are aligned the person feels a healthy sense of well-being.

.925 Sterling silver.

This sterling silver necklace by Thai artisan Narineespeaks to the bond between mother and child. With glittering marcasite decorating their bodies and garnets for eyes this pair makes a touching gift, and the mother elephant’s upraised trunk is a sign of good luck.

Weighing six carats, a single checkerboard faceted stone of smoky quartz forms the pendant of this bracelet from India. Neetu Barathi designs the bracelet, circling the wrist with sterling silver and garnet links, culminating in a natural labradorite stone that accompanies the pendant.