beautiful necklaces

Colorful beads of natural tourmaline circle the neck for a beautiful necklace from Thailand. Matta designs the necklace, centered by an om pendant handcrafted of Karen hill tribe silver. The necklace closes with a sterling silver clasp.

By Mexico's Roy Nilson, this beautiful necklace takes the form of an amulet known as the hamsa, which means "five" in Arabic. It is considered a defense against the evil eye. Popular in Jewish culture, its five fingers can represent the five books of the Torah and the fifth letter of the Hebrew alphabet, which represents one of the holy names of God. It is also a reminder to praise God with all five senses.

Handcrafted of sterling silver, the necklace showcases Taxco artistry.

Known as the goddess of wealth, the beautiful Hindu goddess Lakshmi is seated atop a lotus flower. Ajay Pati designs this Indian pendant necklace, which is crafted from sterling silver and treated with a combination of finishes.

Ganesha is the Hindu god of prosperity and wisdom known for having an elephant-shaped head. Indian artisan Bhavya Jain pays homage to one of her country's most popular deities with this striking pendant necklace crafted from sterling silver with a beautiful combination finish.

Beautifully carved by hand in low relief, Ganesha graces this necklace by Buana. The Hindu Lord of Auspiciousness lifts a hand in blessing as he sits on a lotus throne. Silver flowers flank an amethyst that totals 1.5 carats, while the pendant is worn on a black leather cord.