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Men's Stone
92 items
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Inner Protector, Men's Volcanic Stone Beaded Bracelet with Hematite Jewel
Erick and Ivania
$33.95 Wholesale$33.95 -
Indomitable, Signet Style Green Guatemalan Jade Ring
US Ring Size: 8,12
Zandra Lorena Sajbin
$103.99 Wholesale$129.99$103.99 -
Luck & Earth, Natural Pyrite and Lava Stone Beaded Unisex Stretch Bracelet
Swasti Jain
$23.99 Wholesale$23.99 -
Signet, Hand Carved Natural Jade Ring
US Ring Size: 8,9,12,13
Zandra Lorena Sajbin
$149.99 Wholesale$149.99 -
Feline Finesse, Set of 2 Handcrafted Cement and Lava Sand Cat Sculptures
Sarono
$69.99 Wholesale$69.99 -
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Shiva Silhouette, Shiva-Themed Tiger's Eye and Lava Stone Beaded Necklace
Sumit Dhawan
$39.99 Wholesale$39.99 -
Earth's Modernity, Set of 6 Modern Green and Brown Natural Onyx Tequila Glasses
Sierra Family
$139.99 Wholesale$139.99 -
Magical Saga, Chakra-Themed Adjustable Multi-Gemstone Beaded Bracelet
Swasti Jain
$44.99 Wholesale$44.99 -
Strength and Renewal, Coconut Shell and Lava Stone Iq' Sign Pendant Necklace
Fernando and David
$49.99 Wholesale$49.99 -
Shadows of Winter, Adjustable Natural Obsidian and Lava Stone Beaded Bracelet
Swasti Jain
$57.99 Wholesale$57.99 -
Shadows of Courage, Unisex Adjustable Hematite and Obsidian Beaded Bracelet
Swasti Jain
$44.99 Wholesale$44.99 -
Shadows of Fieriness, Natural Pyrite and Lava Stone Three-Strand Beaded Bracelet
Swasti Jain
$39.99 Wholesale$39.99 -
Chakra Unity, Balinese Chakra Lava Stone Beaded Unity Bracelet
Length: 6.25"
Ayu Ary
$29.99 Wholesale$29.99 -
Dream Seeker, Coconut Shell and Lava Stone K'at Sign Pendant Necklace
Fernando and David
$49.99 Wholesale$49.99 -
White and Ash, Mexican White Onyx and Charcoal Grey Marble Mini Chess Set
Sierra Family
$89.99 Wholesale$89.99 -
Blue Adventures, Men's Adjustable Natural Sodalite and Stone Beaded Anklet
Lorena Cofiño
$49.99 Wholesale$49.99 -
Ethereal Modernity, Set of 6 Modern Ivory Natural Onyx Tequila Glasses
Sierra Family
$139.99 Wholesale$139.99 -
Love Conquers All, Men's Hand Crafted Lava Stone Ring
US Ring Size: 9,10,11
Kadek Jofana
$79.99 Wholesale$79.99 -
Spiritual Union, Coconut Shell and Lava Stone Kawoq Sign Pendant Necklace
Fernando and David
$49.99 Wholesale$49.99 -
Inner Flame, Coconut Shell and Lava Stone Kan Sign Pendant Necklace
Fernando and David
$49.99 Wholesale$49.99 -
Inner Rebirth, Coconut Shell and Lava Stone Kame Sign Pendant Necklace
Fernando and David
$49.99 Wholesale$49.99 -
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Inner Warrior, Men's Volcanic Stone Beaded Bracelet with Tiger's Eye Jewel
Erick and Ivania
$34.99 Wholesale$34.99 -
Coffee and Mocha, Onyx and Marble Mini Chess Set Handcrafted in Mexico
Sierra Family
$107.99 Wholesale$107.99 -
Pineapple Works, Modern Tropical-Inspired Carved Pineapple Onyx Pencil Holder
Sierra Family
$44.99 Wholesale$44.99 -
Lion Face, Coconut Shell and Lava Stone Lion Pendant Necklace
Length: 14.5"
Fernando and David
$27.99 Wholesale$27.99 -
Maternal Earth, Coconut Shell and Lava Stone Ix Sign Pendant Necklace
Fernando and David
$49.99 Wholesale$49.99 -
Law and Authority, Coconut Shell and Lava Stone Tz’i’ Sign Pendant Necklace
Fernando and David
$49.99 Wholesale$49.99 -
Free Path, Coconut Shell and Lava Stone Maya E Sign Pendant Necklace
Fernando and David
$49.99 Wholesale$49.99 -
Beams from your Soul, Chakra-Inspired Multi-Gemstone Obelisk Sculpture from India
Swasti Jain
$39.99 Wholesale$39.99 -
Live by Truth, Men's Lava Stone and Sterling Silver Ring
US Ring Size: 6,8,11
Kadek Jofana
$64.99 Wholesale$64.99 -
Best Friend, Coconut Shell and Lava Stone Dog Pendant Necklace
Length: 14.5"
Fernando and David
$27.99 Wholesale$27.99 -
Wild Jungle, Men's Tiger's Eye Jade & Lava Stone Beaded Stretch Bracelet
Lorena Cofiño
$69.99 Wholesale$69.99 -
Mystic Ray, Marine-Themed Resin Pen with Leafy and Stone Details
Lorena and Marcela
$29.99 Wholesale$29.99 -
Deep Within, Hematite and Lava Stone Wrap Bracelet from Bali
Length: 35"
Ayu Widiani
$59.99 Wholesale$59.99 -
For Courage, Black and Brown Pinewood and Hematite Beaded Bracelet Duo
Erick and Ivania
$64.99 Wholesale$64.99 -
For Power, Unisex Adjustable Crystal and Hematite Beaded Bracelet Pair
Erick and Ivania
$64.99 Wholesale$64.99 -
Rugged Power, Lava Rock Beaded Bracelet with Sterling Silver Buffalo
Length: 8.5"
Henry Anthony Sanny
$239.99 Wholesale$239.99 -
Sparks & Shadows, Unisex Adjustable Hematite and Lava Stone Beaded Bracelet
Erick and Ivania
$34.99 Wholesale$34.99 -
Human Richness, Coconut Shell and Lava Stone Ajpu Sign Pendant Necklace
Fernando and David
$49.99 Wholesale$49.99 -
Interior Balance, Coconut Shell and Lava Stone Aj Sign Pendant Necklace
Fernando and David
$49.99 Wholesale$49.99 -
Puissant Fins, Artisan-Made Whale-Themed Dark Green Jade Pendant Necklace
Ruben and Gilda Perez
$119.99 Wholesale$149.99$119.99 -
Graceful Movement, Hand-Carved Semi-Abstract Female Form Sandstone Sculpture
Wayan Kandiyasa
$119.99 Wholesale$119.99 -
Alpha and Omega, Coconut Shell and Lava Stone B'atz' Sign Pendant Necklace
Fernando and David
$49.99 Wholesale$49.99
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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.
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
Kevin Bill
Sep 17, 2023
Miracle
I’ve always loved Zandra Loran Sajbin’s work. I’ve purchase from her so many times now and the Jades that i received from her has all protected me. I am always grateful.
Josue
May 3, 2020
Genuine jade ring
This is my first ring in my life, my first impression was nice after I put the ring on my finger I looked the ring gorgeous. This artesian uses the best quality and dedicated to perfection, I'm very happy with my ring and highly recommend this product and special the jade from Guatemala. Thanks to Novica you can get these items without traveling, you get it right to your house.
Naomi
Jun 25, 2020
Happy Pride!
I'm buying this piece as a birthday gift for my best friend, having previously ordered a bracelet and pendant from Fernando and David for myself. I love their work, and the meaning of their chosen materials. I also wanted to show my support for fellow LGBT+ artists this Pride Month.??????
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Fernando and David Coconut shell and lava jewelry
"To us, movement is about making the choices to improve the life of others."
Son of Guatemalan parents, David grew up in Los Angeles, while Fernando grew up in Guatemala. Both born in the 1970's, they are each the children of... read more
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