jewelry

Translucent stones alternate with pretty pearls on Arshad Ullah's beaded bracelet. Thai artisans use faceted moonstone, cultured freshwater pearls, and a single silver-plated brass bead to create the bracelet, stringing the gems along a durable nylon cord.

Wear them together for a glam appearance or choose one to wear each day of the week--Arshad Ullah's set of seven stretch bracelets look lovely either way. Using elastic cord, Thai artisans hand craft each bracelet with its own gemstone: red garnet, purple amethyst, ethereal moonstone, vibrant peridot, warm carnelian, deep sunstone, and bright reconstituted turquoise. Sterling silver-plated brass beads add a bit of bright shine to the set.

From Sukartini, this silver pendant evokes an ancient lantern decorated with lace. The locket opens to reveal a shining brass sphere. The silver pendant is crowned with moonstone and a long sterling chain completes the lovely necklace. Moonstone is thought a sacred stone of the moon goddess, who is protective of women,

Also called "angel necklaces" and "harmony balls," Such necklaces are often worn by pregnant women in Bali and also in Mexico. Many wear it as an amulet. Others prefer a long chain that 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.

Below natural moonstone clusters, two globes of black onyx gleam elegantly. Indian artisan Sabir creates these dangle earrings, which are crafted with hollow brass baubles.

Wear them together for a glam appearance or choose one to wear each day of the week--Arshad Ullah's set of seven stretch bracelets look lovely either way. Using elastic cord, Thai artisans hand craft each bracelet with its own gemstone: red garnet, purple amethyst, ethereal moonstone, vibrant peridot, warm carnelian, deep sunstone, and bright reconstituted turquoise. Sterling silver-plated brass beads add a bit of bright shine to the set.