elephant

Crafted of sterling silver, the form of the elephant-headed Hindu god Ganesha fuses with the om symbol in the pendant of this necklace from India. Local artisans choose sparkling gems of carnelian, citrine, peridot, iolite, and amethyst, with garnet at Ganesha's eye and blue topaz at the om's crescent for an accessory that evokes the chakras.

A diminutive sterling silver elephant dangles from the center of this charming beaded necklace designed by India's Shawn Martin. The artisan hand threads cylindrical moonstone beads alongside polished carnelian and tiger's eye beads to create the necklace. Each gemstone is surrounded by tiny sterling silver beads that complement the elephant pendant.

A quiet dream unfolds in silver and moonlight in this mesmerizing pendant necklace designed by Balinese artisan Made Wardika. The pendant reveals a serene sleeping full moon above a majestic elephant, both hand-carved from bone and framed by ornate sterling silver accents that curl with graceful detail. Garnet, peridot and amethyst stones shimmer like tiny sparks of color, adding warmth and brilliance. Suspended from a wheat chain, this accessory brings together gentle symbolism, intricate carving and luminous gems in a design filled with tranquil beauty.