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Peruvian Necklaces
112 items
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Spiral Teardrops, Handmade 21K Gold Plated Link Chain Necklace
Length: 18"
Giuliana Valz-Gen
$323.99 Wholesale$359.99$323.99 -
Quechua Dove, Sterling Silver Quechua Dove Necklace
Length: 17.75"
Fabiana Quispe
$67.49 Wholesale$74.99$67.49 -
Colombian Jaguar, Handcrafted Men's Sterling Silver Jaguar Pendant Necklace
Eden Family
$49.99 Wholesale$49.99 -
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Moonbeam Marvel, Silver Pendant Necklace with Natural Cream Cultured Pearl
Sandra and Lily
$49.49 Wholesale$54.99$49.49 -
Depths of the River, Silver Pendant Necklace with Lapis Lazuli and Cultured Pearl
Sandra and Lily
$61.19 Wholesale$67.99$61.19 -
Universe in Motion, Modern Abstract Andean Silver Pendant Necklace
Length: 17.75"
Fabiana Quispe
$119.99 Wholesale$119.99 -
Lovebird Romance, Peruvian Heart Shaped Mate Gourd Pendant Bird Necklace
Length: 19.25"
Fabiana Quispe
$80.99 Wholesale$89.99$80.99 -
Sun Chakana, Chakana Cross Ceramic Beaded Pendant Necklace from Peru
Length: 19.75"
Dina
$39.99 Wholesale$39.99 -
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Three Doves, Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace with 3 Birds from Peru
Length: 17.75"
Adriana de Gadea
$134.99 Wholesale$149.99$134.99 -
Brilliant Heart, High-Polish Sterling Silver Heart Necklace from Peru
Length: 17.75"
Adriana de Gadea
$119.99 Wholesale$119.99 -
Naturally Stunning, Silver Pendant Necklace with Natural Sodalite Gemstone
Ana Cristina Llapa
$157.99 Wholesale$157.99 -
Freedom of the Wind, 18k Gold Plated Sterling Silver Leaf Necklace from Peru
Length: 19"
Adriana de Gadea
$98.99 Wholesale$109.99$98.99 -
Full of Love, Handmade Peruvian Sterling Silver Heart Necklace
Length: 17.5"
Adriana de Gadea
$134.99 Wholesale$149.99$134.99 -
Angel Beside Me, Angelic Protection Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace
Length: 17.75"
Adriana de Gadea
$94.49 Wholesale$104.99$94.49 -
Timeless Liaisons, Fair Trade Modern Polished 18k Gold-Plated Pendant Necklace
Adriana de Gadea
$147.99 Wholesale$147.99 -
Daisy Butterfly, Peruvian Mate Gourd Pendant Necklace
Length: 19.25"
Fabiana Quispe
$80.99 Wholesale$89.99$80.99 -
Geometric Cat, Sterling Silver Minimalist Cat Pendant Necklace from Peru
Length: 17.75"
Jorge Perez
$90.24 Wholesale$94.99$90.24 -
Allure of the Sea, Spiral-Themed Amazonite Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace
Sandra and Lily
$47.99 Wholesale$47.99 -
Passion Pearl, Garnet and White Pearl Beaded Necklace with Golden Accents
Silvia Garcia
$52.19 Wholesale$57.99$52.19 -
Peace and Grace, Gold Plated Sterling Silver Filigree Dove Necklace from Peru
Length: 17.75"
Paola Siza
$97.19 Wholesale$107.99$97.19 -
Hummingbird Vitality, Vine-Themed Hummingbird Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace
Adriana de Gadea
$89.99 Wholesale$89.99 -
Regal Truth, Natural Lapis Lazuli and Sterling Silver Beaded Necklace
Teodoro Melendez and Family
$129.99 Wholesale$129.99 -
Elegant Black, Natural Black Tourmaline Pendant Necklace
Length: 17.75"
Rosa Tomatis
$139.99 Wholesale$139.99 -
My Stars, 2 Silver Daughter Pendants on Sterling Silver Necklace
Length: 17.5"
Adriana de Gadea
$94.49 Wholesale$104.99$94.49 -
Timeless Bonds, Fair Trade Modern Polished Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace
Adriana de Gadea
$119.99 Wholesale$119.99 -
Fire Dots, Carnelian Sterling Silver Double-Strand Layered Necklace
Adriana de Gadea
$104.99 Wholesale$104.99 -
Wave Reflection, Silver Pendant Necklace with Amazonite and Cultured Pearl
Sandra and Lily
$71.99 Wholesale$79.99$71.99 -
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Carnelian Beauty, Sterling Silver and Natural Carnelian Beaded Necklace
Adriana de Gadea
$129.99 Wholesale$129.99 -
Enchanting Harmony, Silver Pendant Necklace with Natural Opal Stone from Peru
Sandra and Lily
$79.99 Wholesale$79.99 -
Sublime Appeal, White Onyx Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace from Peru
Sandra and Lily
$64.99 Wholesale$64.99 -
Prosperity Elephant, 18k Gold-Plated Prosperity Elephant Pendant Necklace
Adriana de Gadea
$97.99 Wholesale$97.99 -
Andean Breeze, Sterling Silver Necklace with Square Opal Pendant from Peru
Sandra and Lily
$89.99 Wholesale$89.99 -
Genuine Hope, Peacock Pearl and Natural Opal Stone Beaded Pendant Necklace
Sandra and Lily
$97.19 Wholesale$107.99$97.19 -
Sublime Contrast, Silver Pendant Necklace with Opal and Cultured Pearl Gems
Sandra and Lily
$71.99 Wholesale$79.99$71.99 -
Sacred Flight, Hummingbird-Shaped Natural Chrysocolla Pendant Necklace
Nancy Quispe
$89.99 Wholesale$89.99 -
Southern Cross, Men's Peruvian Cross Fine Silver Cord Necklace
Length: 20.75"
Rosa Tomatis
$166.49 Wholesale$184.99$166.49 -
Emerging Petals, Natural Chrysocolla Andean Sterling Silver Necklace
Length: 17.75"
Fabiana Quispe
$52.19 Wholesale$57.99$52.19 -
Dual Marvel, Polished Modern Natural Onyx and Angelite Pendant Necklace
Fermin
$79.99 Wholesale$79.99 -
Indigo Eclipse, Silver Lapis Lazuli Pendant Necklace with Modern Design
Sandra and Lily
$59.99 Wholesale$59.99 -
Enchanted Land, Pair of Red and Black Ceramic Pendant Necklaces from Peru
Length: 26"
Dina
$34.99 Wholesale$34.99 -
Marine Glow, Silver Pendant Necklace with Natural Cabochon Sodalite Stone
Nancy Quispe
$64.99 Wholesale$64.99 -
Oceanic Dawn, Silver Pendant Necklace with Carnelian and Apatite Stones
Silvia Garcia
$89.99 Wholesale$89.99 -
Blue Mountain Chakana, Sodalite Chakana Cross Filigree Pendant Necklace from Peru
Length: 17.25"
Paola Siza
$98.99 Wholesale$109.99$98.99 -
Eternal God, Sleek Minimalist Sterling Silver Cross Necklace
Length: 23.5"
Adriana de Gadea
$170.99 Wholesale$189.99$170.99 -
Bauble Delight, Blue Opal Pendant Necklace from Peru
Length: 17.75"
Patricia Jara
$103.49 Wholesale$114.99$103.49 -
Heavenly Cross, 925 Sterling Silver Minimalist Cross Necklace from Peru
Length: 17.75"
Jorge Perez
$104.99 Wholesale$104.99 -
Chasing Dragonflies, Sterling Silver Dragonfly Y-Necklace from Peru
Length: 18.5"
Adriana de Gadea
$125.99 Wholesale$139.99$125.99 -
Faith In God, Gold Plated Silver Cross Pendant Necklace from Peru
Length: 23.5"
Adriana de Gadea
$211.49 Wholesale$234.99$211.49 -
Exquisite Blossom, Handcrafted Sterling Silver Filigree Flower Pendant Necklace
Length: 17"
Paola Siza
$62.99 Wholesale$69.99$62.99 -
Pink Sparks, Polished Silver Long Station Necklace with Rhodonite Stones
Sandra and Lily
$139.99 Wholesale$139.99 -
Blue Dew, Amazonite on Sterling Silver Necklace Peruvian Jewelry
Length: 16.25"
Maria Huerta
$278.99 Wholesale$309.99$278.99 -
Antique Whispers, High-Polished Natural Amethyst Cabochon Pendant Necklace
Maria del Carmen Vargas
$119.99 Wholesale$119.99 -
Modern Lambayeque, Lambayeque Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace from Peru
Zaida Lanning
$89.99 Wholesale$89.99 -
Enduring, Rectangular Oxidized Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace
Length: 17.75"
Leslie Granthon
$116.99 Wholesale$129.99$116.99 -
Moon Reflection, Sterling Silver Geometric Pendant Necklace Crafted in Peru
Marianela Vargas
$109.99 Wholesale$109.99 -
Peace in Flight, Sterling Silver Filigree Dove Necklace with Amazonite Gem
Paola Siza
$159.99 Wholesale$159.99 -
Glistening Petals, Gold Plated Sterling Silver Flower Necklace from Peru
Length: 17.75"
Marianela Vargas
$80.99 Wholesale$89.99$80.99 -
Classic Angle, Traditional Geometric Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace
Nancy Quispe
$77.99 Wholesale$77.99 -
Andes Baroque, Handcrafted Chrysocolla and Sterling Silver Necklace
Length: 20.75"
Fermin
$189.99 Wholesale$189.99 -
Rosy Harmony, Sterling Silver Necklace with Rectangular Pink Opal Pendant
Sandra and Lily
$99.99 Wholesale$99.99 -
Sun-Kissed Gardens, 18k Gold-Plated Sterling Silver and Agate Beaded Necklace
Adriana de Gadea
$134.99 Wholesale$134.99 -
Nocturnal Butterfly, Sterling Silver Butterfly Filigree Pendant Necklace
Length: 17.75"
Paola Siza
$133.19 Wholesale$147.99$133.19 -
Cross of Light, Textured Silver Cross Necklace
Length: 17.25"
Fabiana Quispe
$61.19 Wholesale$67.99$61.19 -
Victorious Confidence, Polished Geometric 18k Gold-Plated Pendant Necklace
Marina Guzman
$97.99 Wholesale$97.99 -
Andean Harmony, Andean Opal Cultured Pearl Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace
Sandra and Lily
$80.99 Wholesale$89.99$80.99
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The Village Council
Your answers straight from the village experts
Handmade necklaces are incomparable works of wearable art. Each one is unique in shape, color, size and design. Artisans from across the globe offer their own distinctive style of craftsmanship. In India, the vibrant colored gemstones have become a signature fashion statement. Balinese jewelry is characterized by ornate sterling tendrils set with tiny silver spheres. In Brazil, womens necklaces are often sleek and contemporary, with gemstones chosen for their particular energies. Many jewelry designs from Bali and Central America feature hand-knotted macram, such as that used in Guatemalas popular friendship bracelets. Handmade finishes may show variations in metal patterns. No two natural gemstones share the same characteristics. Each necklace holds its own individualistic sense of beauty, making it evident that it was crafted by hand. Some even bear the artisans signature.
Sustainable necklaces are designed with reusable materials, and each culture makes use of the objects and materials most readily at hand. For example, many Andean, Central American and Thai artists use repurposed wood. West African artisans use recycled paper, and beads of recycled glass or plastic. In Thailand, Mexico and Bali, coconut shells are often used. Indian artists sometimes repurpose silk from saris. And Brazilian artists collect discarded zippers and soda pop-tops to crochet into stunning, eco-friendly designs.
Many artisans the world over work in lost wax. They sculpt the image they want in wax, encase it in a mold, and pour molten silver or gold into it. The wax melts and flows out, leaving only the precious metal. However some artisans in Peru specialize in handmade silver and gold filigree, and some Balinese necklaces feature chains that are handwoven from slender metal strands. Karen hill tribe artisans in Thailand often use manual tools to stamp decorative motifs on fine silver. Other techniques include macram, beaded or gemstone strands, hammered metals, and carved wood or bone.
Precious metals and natural gemstones are the most popular materials for women's necklaces. Silver, gold and brass all provide durability as well as beauty. Artisans also utilize local materials that can include coconut shells, bamboo, bright African print fabrics, ceramic beads, natural amber, carved bone and bull horn. Both Peru and Mexico have rich silver mines and silver is used for traditional jewelry as well as contemporary designs.
Women's necklaces are versatile and come in many styles and lengths. They can be layered or worn alone as a statement piece. Many designs go with everything from jeans to office wear or an evening out on the town. The best thing about jewelry is that its a customizable form of expression that provides a sense of luxury and individuality.
When assessing the workmanship of a necklace, its helpful to pay attention to certain characteristics. For example, quality necklaces are balanced designs that rest comfortably around the neck. Clasps are secure and work well, and gemstones and beads are properly set. The precious metals should be nicely finished, and beads should not be too tightly strung. Well-made necklaces reflect excellent craftsmanship and attractive materials.
Each culture celebrates its rich jewelry-making history through specific symbols and styles. For example, traditional West African beads, which adorn many necklaces from the region, each have a story and a specific occasion when they are worn. Others may feature the Ghanian adinkra symbols, which convey popular wisdom. In ancient Andean civilizations, the leaders apparel and jewelry showed their rank and also incorporated religious symbols. Similarly, necklaces from Bali often depict deities from the Hindu pantheon. In India, a womans jewelry is linked to her status in society and may depict Hindu gods as well as mantra symbols such as the omkara, the root of all sounds and the emblem of the Most High. Angel necklaces and harmony ball necklaces are often worn by pregnant women in Bali and in Mexico. The pendant makes a delicate bell sound, 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.
Featured Reviews
Maria
Apr 14, 2022
Beautiful workmanship
I absolutely love this cat pendant. The workmanship is beautiful, and I love the way she incorporated a heart into the design.
Michael
Apr 27, 2023
A Treasured Golden Gift
Exquisite necklace that is beautifully crafted beyond my expectations. Giuliana Valz-Gen is truly an artist.
Beautifully Made
Loved this cross it was perfect birthday gift for son. very pleased thank you Adriana. You have no idea how many crosses i have looked at on line and stores so discouraged until I seen this one A elegant silver cross. So happy best of all it was made by you an artist not massed produced makes it extra special. Thanks Again, Lucy
Featured Artist
Adriana de Gadea Handcrafted jewelry
"I want you to feel happy and enjoy my jewelry as much as I do."
"I'm Adriana Rosa de Gadea, born in Italy in 1945. I've lived in Peru since 1962 when my father's work brought him to Trujillo. I went to school... read more
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