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Men's Bridal
14 items
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Thoughtful Repose, Simple Sterling Silver Meditation Ring
US Ring Size: 8
Rakesh Rana
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Islander Omkara, Sacred Omkara-Themed Sterling Silver Band Ring Made in Bali
Nyoman Rena
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Little Charm, High-Polished Modern Sterling Silver Ear Cuff Earrings
Ani Muniz
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Clip Caprice, High-Polished 22k Gold-Plated Paperclip Chain Necklace
Bhavya Jain
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Metropolitan Bonds, High-Polished Sterling Silver Box Chain Necklace
Bhavya Jain
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Futuristic Bonds, High-Polished Sterling Silver Mariner Chain Necklace
Bhavya Jain
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Snail Caprice, 22k Gold-Plated Snail Chain Necklace in a High Polish Finish
Bhavya Jain
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Venetian Caprice, High-Polished 22k Gold-Plated Venetian Chain Necklace
Bhavya Jain
$99.99 Wholesale$99.99 -
Classic Silver, Men's High-Polished Sterling Silver Curb Link Chain Bracelet
Adriana de Gadea
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Personal Knot, Balinese Polished and Oxidized Sterling Silver Cuff Bracelet
Griya Suarningsih
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Modern Bonds, High-Polished Sterling Silver Wheat Chain Necklace
Bhavya Jain
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Universe Knot, Minimalist Sterling Silver Cuff Bracelet Crafted in Bali
Griya Suarningsih
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Shimmering Minimalism, Minimalist Classic Silver Band Ring with 18k Gold Plating
Oka Narmada
$64.99 Wholesale$64.99
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Global artisans use all sorts of materials in their handcrafted jewelry for men. In the Andes, sterling silver, leather, and combinations of natural stones are frequently used. In Bali, silver, gold, bone, wood, brass, and stainless copper adorn handmade jewelry. In West Africa, men's jewelry honors the cow, where bone and horns are incorporated into unique pieces.
Traditional artisans handcraft jewelry using the techniques and materials of their ancestors. In Indonesia, the most common mens bracelet is made from Akar Baharnatural, or black, coral. In the Andes, sterling silver, leather, waxed cotton threads, or natural stones adorn handmade jewelry. In Central America, the list includes: gold, brass, cord, wood, or glass. West Africa also makes use of these materials, plus wooden beads. And India incorporates gemstones into its rich history of jewelry.
Since time immemorial, jewelry has been used as a personal ornament, religious signification, or tastes in fashion. Today's handcrafted artisan jewelry is no different. In West Africa, leather is prized by certain tribes and connotes a connection to culture. In Indonesia, black coral, or Akar Bahar, is believed to protect the wearer from witchcraft and evil, and so it is used in many jewelry items for men. In Peru, leaders adorned themselves with garments that were exclusive to their rank, so men's jewelry not only indicated their function, but was also steeped in iconography, religious code, and emblems of power and prestige. In India, artisan jewelry incorporates the motifs of Om, a spiritual symbol signifying the essence of consciousness, and Lord Ganesha, the god of beginnings who is honored at the start of rites and ceremonies. Today, artisans working in these classical styles preserve the heritage that was passed down to them over time.
To understand the significance of traditional, handcrafted men's rings, we need to talk about stones. All over the world, stones reveal deep cultural connections to the land, belief systems, and aspirations. In Peru, artisan jewelry makes use of chrysocolla (also known as "Peruvian turquoise"), which was used by the Incas as an inlay in their goldwork. They believed it calmed their emotions and strengthened their immune defenses because it had medicinal powers. In Bali, kecubung (Amethyst) is incorporated into handmade rings because it brings peace to those who wear it. Kalimaya (Opal) is believed to stabilize the mental well-being of the wearer. In Guatemala, jade is the stone of choice, as the Mayans attributed special powers to it, believing it symbolized life, fertility, and power. In India, onyx is a stone of vigor and stamina, which strengthens self-confidence, banishes grief, and stimulates wise decision-making. Lapis lazuli relieves anger and negative thoughts and eases frustrations. Tigers eye stone aids harmony and balance and helps release fear and anxiety. The list of unique stones is as long as the master craftspeople who use them in their traditional jewelry.
From wedding rings to religious symbols, men's rings have carried tremendous significance throughout history. In West Africa, rings were originally used to represent God's unmatched power and the authority of mankind on earth. In India, handcrafted rings have been used to symbolize everything from devotion and fidelity to eternity and belief in a deity. Today, like in many cultures, Indian rings represent love, engagement and marriage. Pre-Hispanic cultures in Central America and South America used handmade jewelry to denote social position, rank, as well as personal adornment. Metal, bone, shell, and stoneparticularly jadewere chosen for beauty and durability. Even the choice of metal has meaning in particular cultures. The Incas, for example, believed that gold was a sacred metal sent by the sun god, Inti, and all mines belonged to the emperor, who protected his metals with great zeal.
Men have worn rings since ancient times as a personal ornament, a sign of social position, official rank, or a symbol of religious beliefs. Handmade jewelry may reflect changes in fashion, but it remains rooted in the history and culture of a people and place. Each unique ring reveals the artistic sensibility of its maker, yet certain symbols and motifs appear frequently. In India, the Om motif has special cultural significance as a sacred spiritual symbol. It signifies ultimate reality, or consciousness. In Bali, the Om Kara, or Ongkara, represents five elements: wind, fire, ether, water, air, and earth, which correspond to different aspects of the human body. Religion and mythology are also manifest in traditional jewelry. Lord Ganesha, one of the most worshipped deities in the Hindu pantheon, is revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences, and the god of intellect and wisdom. In Bali, Barong is a lion-like mythical creature that symbolizes victory and spiritual protection. These symbols and others can be found on handmade rings from around the world and are ways of honoring history, culture, and spirituality.
More than a mere fashion statement, men's jewelry, including bracelets, have been worn throughout history to communicate cultural, religious, and social beliefs. Prehistoric man adorned his wrists with bones and shells to ward off evil spirits. Wealthy men wore bracelets made of gold and silver to display their power and status. Bracelets evolved over time from good luck charms to status symbols to modern style accessories. All the while, they pick up and preserve meaning from the past. In Peru, gold and silver bracelets were meant to complement each other symbolically. Gold represented the sun, the day, and the masculine. Silver represented the moon, the night, and the feminine. These two bright, powerful metals held one another in balance. In Central America, natural materials decorated men's jewelry to signify a connection to place. Metals, bone, shells, bird feathers (especially the beautiful quetzal bird), and carved stones (particularly jade for its power of fertility and life) protected and decorated the wearer.
Handcrafted mens jewelry captures our undying passion for symbols and meaning through a variety of designs, emblems, and carvings. In ancient Peru, men wore necklaces adorned with pendants of human, animal, and divine characters. A common symbol that has withstood the test of time is the Andean Chakana, or the staggered cross, that attests to the relationship between humankind and the cosmos. In Bali, mens jewelry integrated the cross, the sign of freedom, and Ongkara symbol for oneness and spirituality. In Central America, carved glyphs were commonly used. Animal figures and bird feathers (like the quetzal and macaw) had special significance, as did natural stones. In India, Om and Ganesha symbols are used for protection, prosperity and purity. In West Africa, Gye nyame, symbolizing Gods deep power and infinite knowledge, is still used on necklaces.
There is no right way to wear mens rings. Right hand, left hand, ring finger or thumb, where you place your ring is as much a matter of preference and comfort as it is style. Besides the common ring finger to signify love or marriage, other fingers of note are the index finger, which symbolizes power, leadership, and authority in some cultures, and the thumb, which can signify wealth. Wherever you choose to don it, a handmade ring should be as unique as the man who wears it.
The materials that comprise handmade artisan necklaces are as varied as the makers themselves. Craftspeople all over the world use metals, like sterling silver, gold, copper and brass, to perfect their designs. Cotton or nylon cord and leather are also common materials used in traditional mens jewelry. Wooden beads, cow bones, coconut shells, bamboo, and gemstones all adorn mens necklaces from across the globe.
Featured Reviews
Nice Design!
This chain is different than most in its lovely design. It has multiple uses since I can wrap it around my small wrist 3 times perfectly, as well as using it as a necklace chain by itself or with a small pendant. I would love to have this design in a heavier width like a 3, or 4 instead of the 2 on this one so that I might use this Mariner design with a larger pendant. Very shiny and it sparkles in the light.
Sandy
Mar 20, 2023
Beautiful ring and insanely quick service!
Beautiful in it's shiny simplicity!! I've always been apprehensive about ordering from other countries, reading such a wide variable of reviews. But Novica seemed to have consistently better qualities. I was expecting at least a lengthy wait, it said no tracking info until after March 24. Well, it took all of 10 days, from order to delivery, from India to southern US. That's phenomenal!! And the ring is beautiful. Shiny, sturdy. It didn't fit my middle finger,as I had anticipated, but that's on me, due to swelling issues. It does very well on my ring finger. I would like a custom designed ring but of a wider design than this one, and larger ring size. Unfortunately, I don't think it would look right on my ridiculously short fingers. But if I changed my mind, this artist would be the one I would check with because this ring is just PERFECT!! Thank you so!!
DENISE
Aug 6, 2025
Stunning
I have purchased from this artist before and everything I've received has been beautifully made, and this chain is no exception. Very pleased with my purchase.
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Bhavya Jain Handcrafted sterling silver and gemstone jewelry
"Initially, I was considered a girl who was designing just for fun. But when I gave the artisans my designs and ideas to create the items, they started to take me seriously."
"I'm Bhavya Jain, daughter of Alok Jain, who has been featured artisan for a long time now. I was born in 1997 in New Delhi."As a child, I... read more
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