symbolic necklaces

Citrine exists as a symbol of inspiration and self-healing. Turquoise represents friendship, as well as purification. From India's Neeru Goel, this exquisite necklace celebrates the stones' beneficial properties. A curling sterling silver bezel frames a gorgeous composite turquoise and a sparkling citrine. The pendant hangs on a matching cable chain.

Symbol of patience and wisdom, a chelonian turtle centers this fascinating necklace by Nyoman Rena. It is crafted by hand of sterling silver with elaborate detail, featuring a reconstituted turquoise shell to resemble the green hue that makes Chelonia turtles unique.

.925 Sterling silver

Symbols of a pure heart and mind, pearls are linked with innocence and faith. A white cultured pearl crowns composite turquoise cradled in sterling silver. By Shanker, this necklace evokes billowing white clouds drifting in a joyous sky.

Designer Ritu Thapar of India makes a statement of peace and diversity with this floral necklace, masterfully crafted from ceramic. Equipped with a nylon cord, the pendant—hand-painted in turquoise in golden hues—features religious symbols on each petal, representing coexistence in harmony.

Symbolizing the Baroque era's grandeur, the fleur-de-lis decorating this sublime necklace will remind you of your glorious beauty. Designer Ritu Thapar teams up with master Indian artisans to create this sublime accessory of adjustable length, whose round pendant features a hand-painted classic bloom in charming yellow and blue hues.

Turquoise and golden hues bring a mysterious eye to life, perhaps as a symbol of divine and universal forces. Inspired by ancient signs and icons related to mystic concepts, Josefina and Cecilia from Mexico work with howlite to create this round pendant necklace featuring a comfortable waxed cord. The design is also embellished with crystal beads in vibrant hues and 14k gold-plated steel accents that make it shine gloriously.

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.