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Men's Religious
123 items
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Saving Grace, Men's Sterling Cross Ring
US Ring Size: 6,7,8,9,10,5
Ari Gunawan
$129.99 Wholesale$129.99 -
'Jesus', Oxidized Sterling Silver Men's Jesus Ring
US Ring Size: 6,8,9,10,11,12
Henry Anthony Sanny
$164.99 Wholesale$164.99 -
Mahadev's Memoirs, Handmade Paper Journal with Printed Hard Cover and 72 Pages
Asha Prabha
$29.99 Wholesale$29.99 -
Shiva's Eye, Handmade Paper Journal with 72 Pages and Printed Cover
Asha Prabha
$29.99 Wholesale$29.99 -
Ganesha in Calmness, Antique Finished Leafy Ganesha Golden Aluminum Sculpture
Tulsi Dass
$23.99 Wholesale$23.99 -
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Fisher of Men, Sterling Silver Band Ring with Ichthys Jesus Fish Motif
Holy Symbols
$134.99 Wholesale$134.99 -
Poetic Buddha, Artisan Crafted Buddhism Journal 48 Blank Handmade Paper
Asha Prabha
$25.99 Wholesale$25.99 -
Meditating Buddha, Sterling Silver Buddha Band Ring from India
US Ring Size: 5,6,7
Bhavya Jain
$87.99 Wholesale$87.99 -
King of Kings, Christian-Themed Silver Band Ring with Polished Finish
Holy Symbols
$67.99 Wholesale$67.99 -
Mighty Garuda, Men's Sterling Silver Hindu God Garuda Pendant Necklace
Shivani Choudhary
$159.99 Wholesale$159.99 -
Fish by Faith, Men's Christian-Theme Ichthys Fish Sterling Silver Band Ring
Holy Symbols
$139.99 Wholesale$139.99 -
Fisherman Faith, Christian-Themed Sterling Silver Band Ring from Guatemala
Holy Symbols
$159.99 Wholesale$159.99 -
Altar to Faith, Black Macrame Bracelet with Sterling Silver Cross Symbol
Hema
$34.99 Wholesale$34.99 -
Ram Sita Union, Hindu-Themed Carved Tulsi Wood Beaded Necklace from India
Sumit Dhawan
$39.99 Wholesale$39.99 -
Bound in Faith, Sterling Silver Cross Pendant Necklace from India
Length: 18"
Neetu Barathi
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Altar to Divinity, Black Macrame Bracelet with Sterling Silver Ek Onkar Symbol
Hema
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Deep Devotion, Onyx Agate Hematite Beaded Necklace with Steel Cross Pendant
Sumit Dhawan
$39.99 Wholesale$39.99 -
Glorious Lakshmi, Hindu Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace from India
Length: 20.5"
Ajay Patil
$104.99 Wholesale$104.99 -
Guadalupe's Emblem, Religious Green and Brown Glass Beaded Door Knob Hanger
Mony Lemus
$29.99 Wholesale$29.99 -
Divine Hanuman, Sterling Silver Hinduism Pendant Necklace from India
Length: 20.5"
Ajay Patil
$224.99 Wholesale$224.99 -
Kumbhakarna Protection, Men's Traditional Handmade Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace
Buana
$144.99 Wholesale$144.99 -
Dorje Flower, Classic Sterling Silver Dorje Pendant Necklace from India
Shivani Choudhary
$134.99 Wholesale$134.99 -
Sacred Holy Spirit, Holy Spirit and Dove of Peace-Themed Silver Band Ring
Holy Symbols
$59.99 Wholesale$59.99 -
Divine Strength, Ganesha-Themed Onyx and Lapis Lazuli Beaded Pendant Necklace
Sumit Dhawan
$59.99 Wholesale$59.99 -
Enduring Faith, Embossed Ichthys Fish Sterling Silver Signet Ring for Men
Holy Symbols
$124.99 Wholesale$124.99 -
Sheltered by Grace, Traditional Hand-Carved Kadam Wood Ganesha Sculpture
Motilal and Ayush
$57.99 Wholesale$57.99 -
Lord Prayer, Tiger's Eye Lava Stone Steel Beaded Cross Pendant Necklace
Sumit Dhawan
$39.99 Wholesale$39.99 -
Fertility Deity, Traditional Balinese Fertility Goddess Wood Sculpture
Wayan Rendah
$159.99 Wholesale$159.99 -
Glorious Om, Men's Om Symbol Sterling Silver Ring
US Ring Size: 9
Ajay Patil
$104.99 Wholesale$104.99 -
Ganesha on His Vahana, Traditional Hand-Carved Kadam Wood Sculpture of Ganesha
Motilal and Ayush
$69.99 Wholesale$69.99 -
First Faith, Men's Brushed-Satin Sterling Silver Cross-Themed Domed Ring
Holy Symbols
$327.99 Wholesale$327.99 -
Dancing Shiva, Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace of Deity Shiva from Bali
Ekayani
$104.99 Wholesale$104.99 -
Ode to Hope, Inspirational Religious Hand-Carved Marble Cross Sculpture
Sierra Family
$37.99 Wholesale$37.99 -
Grinning Cross, Sterling Silver Skull Cross Pendant Necklace from India
Length: 20.25"
Shivani Choudhary
$187.99 Wholesale$187.99 -
Ganesha Egg, Egg-Shaped Sterling Silver Ganesha Necklace from India
Length: 20"
Arunima
$217.99 Wholesale$217.99 -
Guadalupe's Loyalty, Antique-Finished Our Lady of Guadalupe Zamac Metal Keychain
Mony Lemus
$14.99 Wholesale$14.99 -
Buddha's Blessing of Peace, Buddhism White Marble Sculpture from India
Gulam Rasool
$99.99 Wholesale$99.99 -
Divine Nataraja, Handcrafted Hindu Nataraja State Brass Sculpture from India
Tulsi Dass
$89.99 Wholesale$89.99 -
Fish Your Faith, Religious Sterling Silver Ichthys Fish Band Ring for Men
Holy Symbols
$249.99 Wholesale$249.99 -
Ganesha Presence, Inspirational Brushed-Satin Sterling Silver Ganesha Pendant
Jantana
$25.99 Wholesale$25.99 -
Pensive Buddha, Men's Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace with Buddha Motif
Shivani Choudhary
$219.99 Wholesale$219.99 -
Eternal Bonds, Religious Float Glass Home Accent in Blue and Purple Hues
Melina Grande
$69.99 Wholesale$69.99 -
Calm Buddha, Calm Buddha Pendant Necklace in Sterling Silver
Length: 20"
Shivani Choudhary
$109.99 Wholesale$109.99 -
Serene Bonds, Handmade Religious Float Glass Home Accent in Green and Blue
Melina Grande
$69.99 Wholesale$69.99 -
Shiva Lingam, Shiva-Themed Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace from India
Length: 20.5"
Ajay Patil
$109.99 Wholesale$109.99 -
Serene Om, Shining Sterling Silver Om Pendant Necklace from India
Length: 20.25"
Shivani Choudhary
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Starry Heavens, Unique Sterling Silver Cross Pendant Necklace
Length: 18"
Neetu Barathi
$164.99 Wholesale$164.99 -
Bonds of Knowledge, Black Macrame Cord Bracelet with Khanda Pendant and Gems
Hema
$34.99 Wholesale$34.99 -
Blessing of Jesus, Hand-Carved Religious Jesus Christ Sculpture from Bali
Made Wardika
$79.99 Wholesale$79.99 -
Jesus Portrait, Hand-Carved Bone Jesus Pendant Necklace from Bali
Length: 15.75"
Made Wardika
$29.99 Wholesale$29.99 -
Woven Cross, Oxidized Sterling Silver Basketweave Cross Pendant Necklace
Length: 20"
Nyoman Ariawan
$239.99 Wholesale$239.99 -
Path of Hope, Inspirational Religious Round Double Pendant Necklace
Omayra Jaramillo
$34.99 Wholesale$34.99 -
Creative Cross, Sterling Silver Cross Pendant Necklace from
Length: 20"
Shivani Choudhary
$159.99 Wholesale$159.99 -
Eternal God, Sleek Minimalist Sterling Silver Cross Necklace
Length: 23.5"
Adriana de Gadea
$189.99 Wholesale$189.99 -
Heavenly Days, Modern High-Polished Sterling Silver Dove Band Ring for Men
Holy Symbols
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Dakshineshwari Kali, Signed Expressionist Traditional Acrylic Kali Painting
Sunil Jaiswal
$579.99 Wholesale$579.99 -
Virbhadra, Signed Expressionist Traditional Acrylic Virbhadra Painting
Sunil Jaiswal
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Rudra Avtar, Signed Expressionist Spiritual Blue and Red Acrylic Painting
Sunil Jaiswal
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Draupadi, Signed Expressionist Traditional Acrylic Draupadi Painting
Sunil Jaiswal
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Mahakali, Signed Expressionist Traditional Acrylic Mahakali Painting
Sunil Jaiswal
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Sadhak, Signed Expressionist Blue and Yellow Acrylic Painting
Sunil Jaiswal
$579.99 Wholesale$579.99 -
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Bonds of Divinity, Black Macrame Cord Bracelet with Ek Onkar Pendant and Gems
Hema
$34.99 Wholesale$34.99 -
Bramha, Vishnu, Mahesh, Signed Expressionist Warm-Toned Acrylic Trimurti Painting
Sunil Jaiswal
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Kushmanda Devi, Signed Expressionist Traditional Acrylic Kushmanda Painting
Sunil Jaiswal
$579.99 Wholesale$579.99
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Your answers straight from the village experts
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.
Excellent question! There is no simple test that can tell you whether an artisan hand-crafted your jewelry or not. No easy way to know if an item is handmade or factory-produced. But there are details that you can look out for, and hopefully a discerning eye will guide you right. First, look at materials. If a bracelet is made of leather with embossed detailing, or sterling silver with intricate carvings or stone settings, you are entering the realm of the handmade. If a bracelet is made from bone, or makes use of complicated beadwork, if there is evidence of welding or carving, then you can feel good about your purchase. Any true artisan will tell you: no two pieces of jewelry will come out identical if they are made by hand. Beware of sameness. Celebrate the idiosyncrasies of the artists hand and help preserve the techniques and traditions of the past.
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.
Many traditional artisans employ the handcrafted techniques of their ancestors, which favored a slow, methodical approach in a small workshop, as opposed to mass production. Today, they preserve these methodologies while intentionally distinguishing their approaches from those of large factories. Respect for the environment, and for animal and human life drive the artwork itself. Natural materials are often a sign that a product is eco-friendly. Additionally, many artisans look for ways to reuse or recycle in their artwork. Some choose to repurpose old wood or fabric. Some recycle glass beads or up-cycle plastic and discarded paper. Others follow practices that conserve resources, like water and energy, and are mindful of the pollutants they release into the environment. Shopping from organizations that promote eco-friendly products is the best way to ensure that you are receiving a unique item that does not damage the world through its making.
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.
Featured Reviews
Ericha
Oct 12, 2020
One of a Kind
This is both sturdy and eloquent at once, truly a one of a kind piece. I wear this as a display of faith, and it is worthy for the purpose.
James
Aug 1, 2022
Jesus is my lord
This is an excellent ring and I get compliments all the time. The one thing not shown in the photos is the writing underneath stating Jesus is my Lord, nice touch! I love it as it is an outward reflection of my faith.
Donetta
Dec 27, 2016
Beautiful Journal
This is a very nice hand made journal. The recipient loved it. Very beautiful paper and Buddha on the cover.
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Shivani Choudhary Handcrafted sterling silver and gemstone jewelry
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"I'm from New Delhi, the capital city of India, where I was born in 1985. I am a Scorpio and a very creative, ambitious, and hardworking person.... read more
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