artisan jewelry

Quetzalcoatl, the "feathered serpent" was a revered deity in Mesoamerican myth and legend. Mariana Llanes depicts him as a sterling silver dragon that take its own tail in his mouth. "When one becomes many, they awaken the dragon, and duality emerges — light and darkness, what is mine, yours and belonging to others," ths artist says. "Our differences, survival and the struggles for power.

"By biting its tail, the dragon places all its energy toward understanding who we are and why we're here. It speaks of overcoming one's own ego, of humility.

"For me, the open hands are a beautiful representation of human collaboration. They symbolize friendship, honesty, respect, solidarity and willingness.

"Black crosses flank the hands along with garnet droplets that represent the death and suffering caused by wars. This is in honor of everyone who has died because of war. And it's a prayer that their lives and their blood be seeds that germinate in green fields of conscience, learning, and respect for life and for our differences.

"The spirals speak of life's cyclical nature and of resilience. Of our capacity to learn and change our reality, converting painful experiences into strength and wisdom.

"The feather pendants are symbols of the birds that collect our prayers around the world — for peace, for justice, for equality and the rights of everyone. They carry our voices in their song and they carry our prayers for peace."

The pendant is worn on a beaded gemstone strand of amethyst, iolite, citrine, peridot, carnelian and garnet.

Indian artisans handcraft a stunning design using precious gemstones enhanced with traditional motifs. Presented by Bhavesh, this pendant necklace features faceted cubic zirconia stones, said to improve focus. In addition, amethyst gems and cultured pearls bring a luxurious touch to the accessory, hiding a profound meaning: serenity, truth and innocence.

Precious gemstones embellish a breathtaking creation presented by Bhavesh. Crafted by Indian artisans, this sterling silver pendant necklace features faceted cubic zirconia stones enhancing the dome of the pendant. Green onyx beads and cultured pearls hang gracefully from the accessory, adding a mystic tone to the item. These stunning gems also symbolize intellect, memory and peace, adding a special meaning to the necklace.

Jewelry artisan Bhavesh, in India, created this pendant necklace to carry with it a symbolic message of world peace. "The pink tourmaline strings encourage peace and understanding, representing peace and harmony between mankind," he explains. Modeling humanity's peaceful coexistence, he embellished this unique sterling silver design with cultured pearls, pink tourmaline beads and faceted cubic zirconia stones.

He explains that the pearls are symbolic of innocence and faith, enhancing harmony between people, while the pendant's pink tourmalines, being symbols of humanity, encourage sympathy and understanding. Comprising the pendant's dome, cubic zirconia stones are believed to help keep selfishness and negative emotions at bay.

This eye-catching pendant necklace from Dewi Putera in Bali is crafted with an ancient Indonesian silversmithing technique called tatahan. The artisan hand crafts the large pendant from sterling silver, encrusting the precious metal with faceted amethyst and garnet stones. Below, two cultured freshwater pearls dangle from a chunky naga chain, which slips easily over your head without the help of clasp.

Designed by Dewi Putera in Bali, this luxurious necklace is crafted with an ancient Indonesian silversmithing technique called tatahan. The artisan hand crafts the large pendant from sterling silver, encrusting the precious metal with faceted amethyst and peridot stones. Below, two cultured freshwater pearls dangle from a chunky naga chain, which slips easily over your head without the help of clasp.

Designed especially for parties, Dewi Putera's stunning necklace will make you the belle of the ball. The artisan centers a large sterling silver pendant with amethyst and blue topaz gemstones, engraving the precious metal using a special Balinese technique called tatahan. Two cultured freshwater pearls swing from the pendant, supported by a sterling silver naga chain.

Showcasing a multi-gem array of quartz, rose quartz, and cultured pearl, this necklace circles the wearer like a lovely dream. Thai artisan Saranarat designs the eye-catching 78-carat necklace, completed with petite beads of 18k gold plated sterling silver.

Bright stones in assorted colors create a kaleidoscopic effect on Neetu Barathi's cuff bracelet. Indian artisans create a lattice from 18k gold-plated sterling silver, accenting the precious metal with labradorite, rainbow moonstone, onyx, and rose quartz. Oxidized details provide the final, contrasting touch.

Two hearts meet as if by fate, their centers aglow with lilac light. This stunning cuff bracelet by Bali artisan Kadek Hendra is cleverly designed to look like bamboo stalks, with florid details at the center and both ends. Garnets, blue topaz, and gleaming 18k gold accents complete the lavish design. The sterling silver cuff features over 7 carats of faceted gems and a concealed hinge.

.925 Sterling silver

Geometric formations and classic motifs form an exquisite accessory crafted by Dewi Putera. Finding inspiration in the natural wealth and culture of Bali, her beloved homeland, the artisan creates an elegant cuff bracelet from sterling silver. After adding 18k gold-plated accents to the piece, Dewi sets faceted garnet, amethyst and blue topaz gems totaling four carats, making a stunning item in honor of her heritage.

Artisan Buana of Bali handcrafts a beautiful sterling silver cuff bracelet studded with faceted gemstones. In this bracelet, intricately detailed sterling silver butterflies and flowers are framed by sterling silver wire in a rope motif and accented with blue topaz, amethyst, and citrine.