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Necklaces Inspirational
186 items
Inspirational
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Starry Nights, High-Polished Star-Themed Sterling Silver Charm Necklace
Bhavya Jain
$89.99 Wholesale$89.99 -
Sacred Tree, Leather Cord Necklace with Bone Tree of Life Pendant
Length: 13.5"
Made Wardika
$27.59 Wholesale$29.99$27.59 -
Peace for the World, Sterling Silver and Rainbow Moonstone Pendant Necklace
Length: 17"
Nyoman Rena
$82.79 Wholesale$89.99$82.79 -
Magical Petal, White and Purple Orchid 22k Gold-Accented Pendant Necklace
Danai
$39.99 Wholesale$39.99 -
Foundation of Happiness, Sterling Silver Necklace with Chinese Character
Length: 20"
Jenny Setiawan
$89.99 Wholesale$99.99$89.99 -
Dreamy Petal, Lavender 22k Gold-Accented Petal-Shaped Pendant Necklace
Danai
$39.99 Wholesale$39.99 -
Inspiring Banyan Tree, Sterling Silver Buddhism Banyan Tree Necklace with Amethyst
Length: 17.25"
Ketut Sulastri
$44.99 Wholesale$49.99$44.99 -
Golden Kalpvriksh Tree, 22k Gold-Plated Tree Pendant Necklace Crafted in India
Bhavya Jain
$199.99 Wholesale$199.99 -
Chakra Cross, One-Carat Cross-Shaped Multi-Gemstone Pendant Necklace
Bhavya Jain
$144.99 Wholesale$144.99 -
Mighty Garuda, Men's Sterling Silver Hindu God Garuda Pendant Necklace
Shivani Choudhary
$179.99 Wholesale$179.99 -
Magic Desires, Heart, Star and Hamsa-Themed Sterling Silver Charm Necklace
Bhavya Jain
$99.99 Wholesale$99.99 -
Hamsa Art, Artistic Hamsa Pendant Necklace in Horn and Black Leather
Length: 19.75"
Andi Rachmansyah
$44.99 Wholesale$49.99$44.99 -
Capricious Nature, Natural Fuchsia Petal Pendant Necklace Bathed in 24k Gold
Emerson Zarate
$34.99 Wholesale$34.99 -
Enchanted Desires, Polished Butterfly-Themed Sterling Silver Charm Necklace
Bhavya Jain
$99.99 Wholesale$99.99 -
Myriad Treasures, Fantasy-Inspired Gold-Plated Multi-Gemstone Charm Necklace
Saranarat
$109.99 Wholesale$109.99 -
Dulcet Petal, Soft-Pink Petal-Themed 22k Gold-Accented Pendant Necklace
Danai
$39.99 Wholesale$39.99 -
Everyday Intellectual, Matte Sterling Silver and Apatite Charm Necklace
Somsiri Juntamin
$84.99 Wholesale$84.99 -
Creative Freedom, Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace with Freeform Apatite Gem
Bhavya Jain
$99.99 Wholesale$99.99 -
Inspiring Joy, 925 Silver Joy Inspirational Amethyst and Pearl Necklace
Length: 17.25"
Ketut Sulastri
$52.19 Wholesale$57.99$52.19 -
Divine Glance, Polished Sterling Silver Mystic Pendant Necklace from India
Hema
$37.99 Wholesale$37.99 -
Lunar Feline, Moon and Cat-Themed Natural Flower Round Pendant Necklace
Del Toro Family
$94.99 Wholesale$94.99 -
Precious Faith, Sterling Silver Cross Pendant Necklace with Polished Finish
Neetu Barathi
$69.99 Wholesale$69.99 -
Mayan Creativity, Mayan Creativity Nahual-Themed Jade Pendant Necklace
Ruben and Gilda Perez
$59.99 Wholesale$74.99$59.99 -
Unstoppable, Inspirational Reversible Dark Green Jade Pendant Necklace
Ruben and Gilda Perez
$31.99 Wholesale$39.99$31.99 -
Universal Glance, Hand-Painted 14k Gold-Accented Round Pendant Necklace
Josefina and Cecilia
$57.99 Wholesale$57.99 -
Timeless Liaisons, Fair Trade Modern Polished 18k Gold-Plated Pendant Necklace
Adriana de Gadea
$147.99 Wholesale$147.99 -
Heartfelt Victory, Copper-Toned Art Glass and Faux Suede Heart Pendant Necklace
Fabiola Quevedo
$39.99 Wholesale$39.99 -
Confident, Unisex Artisan-Made Pendant Necklace with Adjustable Chain
Kati Torda
$49.99 Wholesale$49.99 -
Capricious Petal, Fuchsia and Purple Petal 22k Gold-Accented Pendant Necklace
Danai
$39.99 Wholesale$39.99 -
Hummingbird Liaison, Hummingbird-Themed Purple 14k Gold-Plated Heart Necklace
Edith Orozco
$34.99 Wholesale$34.99 -
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Aj Emblem, Mayan Astrology-Themed Nickel Pendant Necklace with Aj Sign
Saqilal by Maura Parra
$79.99 Wholesale$79.99 -
Mayan Transformation, Jade Pendant Necklace with Mayan Transformation Nahual Motif
Ruben and Gilda Perez
$59.99 Wholesale$74.99$59.99 -
Mayan Authority, Jade Pendant Necklace with Mayan Authority Nahual Motif
Ruben and Gilda Perez
$59.99 Wholesale$74.99$59.99 -
E Emblem, Mayan Astrology-Themed Pendant Necklace with E Sign
Saqilal by Maura Parra
$89.99 Wholesale$89.99 -
Mayan Compassion, Mayan Compassion Nahual-Inspired Jade Pendant Necklace
Ruben and Gilda Perez
$59.99 Wholesale$74.99$59.99 -
Mayan Transcendence, Jade Necklace with Mayan Transcendence Nahual Pendant
Ruben and Gilda Perez
$59.99 Wholesale$74.99$59.99 -
B’atz’ Emblem, Mayan Astrology-Themed Pendant Necklace with B’atz’ Sign
Saqilal by Maura Parra
$89.99 Wholesale$89.99 -
Toj Emblem, Mayan Astrology-Themed Nickel Pendant Necklace with Toj Sign
Saqilal by Maura Parra
$79.99 Wholesale$79.99 -
No'j Emblem, Mayan Astrology-Themed Pendant Necklace with No'j Sign
Saqilal by Maura Parra
$89.99 Wholesale$89.99 -
Tijax Emblem, Mayan Astrology-Themed Pendant Necklace with Tijax Sign
Saqilal by Maura Parra
$89.99 Wholesale$89.99 -
Tz'i Emblem, Mayan Astrology-Themed Pendant Necklace with Tz'i Sign
Saqilal by Maura Parra
$89.99 Wholesale$89.99 -
Ajpu Emblem, Mayan Astrology-Themed Pendant Necklace with Ajpu Sign
Saqilal by Maura Parra
$89.99 Wholesale$89.99 -
Q'anil Emblem, Mayan Astrology-Themed Pendant Necklace with Q'anil Sign
Saqilal by Maura Parra
$89.99 Wholesale$89.99 -
Nature's Blue Diamond, Diamond-Shaped Blue Jasper and Quartz Pendant Necklace
Domingo Reanda
$34.99 Wholesale$34.99 -
Ajmaq Emblem, Mayan Astrology-Themed Pendant Necklace with Ajmaq Sign
Saqilal by Maura Parra
$79.99 Wholesale$79.99 -
K'at Emblem, Mayan Astrology-Themed Pendant Necklace with K'at Sign
Saqilal by Maura Parra
$89.99 Wholesale$89.99 -
Loving Mother, Handcrafted Sterling Silver Heart Locket Necklace
Length: 18"
Lalana
$59.99 Wholesale$59.99 -
Saint Christopher, Saint Christopher Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace from Java
Length: 19.75"
Jenny Setiawan
$116.99 Wholesale$129.99$116.99 -
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Soul Captain, Inspirational Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace
Length: 20.25"
Shivani Choudhary
$119.99 Wholesale$119.99 -
Heavenly Amulets, Handmade Blue and White Glass Beaded Pendant Necklace
Alexx Cheng
$54.99 Wholesale$54.99 -
Hummingbird Vitality, Vine-Themed Hummingbird Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace
Adriana de Gadea
$89.99 Wholesale$89.99 -
Into Infinity, Brushed Gold Vermeil Necklace with Infinity Symbols
Length: 18"
Jantana
$97.99 Wholesale$97.99 -
Into Infinity, Brushed Sterling Silver Necklace with Infinity Symbols
Length: 18"
Jantana
$57.99 Wholesale$57.99 -
Timeless Bonds, Fair Trade Modern Polished Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace
Adriana de Gadea
$119.99 Wholesale$119.99 -
My Forest, Forest-Inspired 24k Gold-Accented Natural Flower Necklace
Emerson Zarate
$49.99 Wholesale$49.99 -
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My Season, Colorful 24k Gold-Accented Natural Flower Pendant Necklace
Emerson Zarate
$39.99 Wholesale$39.99 -
Capricorn Born, Zodiac-Themed 24k Gold-Plated Capricorn Pendant Necklace
Ali Guzman
$289.99 Wholesale$289.99 -
Heartfelt Hope, Heart-Themed Green Art Glass and Faux Suede Pendant Necklace
Fabiola Quevedo
$39.99 Wholesale$39.99 -
Pensive Buddha, Men's Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace with Buddha Motif
Shivani Choudhary
$239.99 Wholesale$239.99 -
Ocean Stardom, Sea Life-Inspired Sterling Silver Starfish Pendant Necklace
Nicte Migliozzi
$94.99 Wholesale$94.99 -
My True North, Hand Crafted Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace
Length: 20.25"
Shivani Choudhary
$119.99 Wholesale$119.99
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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
Hazel
Mar 1, 2025
Love It!
I really like this pendant necklace and am very happy with my purchase. It is beautiful and unique. Now, I would like to find out if Dania has-or could make— matching earrings (smaller size, of course). I would love to have a set.
A great gift
Made w high quality materials. I've received several compliments and comments when I've worn this necklace. I bought it for myself, but am thinking it would be a great gift!
Kristina
Jan 24, 2020
Absolutely stunning.
I'm extremely pleased with this necklace. I was going back and forth on whether to buy it, and I'm so happy I did.
Featured Artist
Jantana Sterling silver jewelry
"Now that our parents have retired, they have more time to visit us. They are so happy that we are carrying on their silver jewelry tradition!"
"My dream is to one day have a jewelry workshop and produce my own designs. My parents are jewelers and created made to order jewelry in our... read more
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