hindu jewelry

Depicting the Hindu god Ganesha, this ornately crafted pendant necklace is strikingly symbolic. Indonesian artisan Made Sudiari expertly crafts the pendant out of sterling silver and places it on a woven black leather cord.

In Bali, tilem is the night of the new moon, where the lunar cycle starts over and no moon can be seen in the sky. A Hindu tradition of a Balinese ceremony and prayer to Dewa Suryai, the sun god, takes place on the night of the new moon before sunrise. The tilem moon is represented here in a beautiful pair of dangle earrings by Balinese artisan Made Sugi. Beads of black onyx rest gracefully in a 925 sterling silver setting.

Karma, written in this piece with sublime Hindi calligraphy, reminds you of the universe's perfect balance, paying good actions with good fortune. Indian artisan Anuva Baid works with master Indian artisans to create this sterling silver necklace, whose ceramic pendant pays exquisite homage to the Hindu doctrine and its wise teachings.

Used as a mantra at the beginning or end of Hindu readings and prayers, the Balinese Om or Om Kara symbol flanks both sides of this handsome men's ring from Bali's Nyoman Rena. The artisan crafts the ring from sterling silver with ornate detailing and adds a black onyx cabochon.

.925 Sterling silver

Balinese master silversmith Buana presents an intriguing necklace featuring multiple gems. The sterling silver Y necklace is punctuated with beads of onyx and garnet as well as cultured freshwater pearls in creamy white and iridescent purple-gray. Serving as the pendant is a replica pis bolong, an ancient coin brought to Bali from China that is now used in many Hindu ceremonies, as it is believed to bring good luck.

.925 Sterling silver

The legendary Garuda graces this bracelet with his proud visage. His double image holds a black onyx center as a symbol of the vial he rescued from the underworld. Wayan Sarjana finds inspiration in Hindu belief as he designs this cuff bracelet in sterling silver.

From the realm of Vedic mythology, Garuda has the face of an eagle and the body of a human, and when he spreads his wings he fully darkens the sky. The story goes that Garuda was once enslaved by two gargantuan underworld serpents called Nagas, When he broke free he took the magical elixir of life, called tirtha amertha which he found in a secret place guarded by the Nagas. Garuda flew directly to the heavens, and the gods became so impressed with his feat they gave him the gift of immortality. He became Vishnu’s steed, transporting the beloved deity between heaven and earth. Garuda's image is now very much revered in Bali, and frequently appears atop cremation towers in the belief he will transport the deceased's soul to the gods.

.925 silver