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Knotted by hand on macrame cords, gemstones represent the seven chakras. The word means "wheel" and refers to the points of spiritual and physical energy in the human body. Violet, indigo, blue, green, yellow, orange and red represent the crown, brow, throat, heart, solar plexus, sacral and root, and each is linked to a different mantra. By Rituu in India, this beautiful bracelet combines amethyst, lapis lazuli, pale blue amazonite and rose quartz with golden tiger's eye, carnelian and onyx. It is designed to foster balance and harmony in life. The bracelet can be adjusted in length by sliding the knot along the cords, and hematite adorns each end.

Seven colorful gems share their natural energies in the design of this necklace. From Alok Jain, the 22k gold vermeil necklace is set with garnet, citrine, amethyst, iolite, carnelian, blue topaz, and peridot. Each gem's color is associated with one of the seven chakras or energy vortexes in the body. Their alignment is thought to result in a sense of well-being, with gemstones aiding the process.

.925 Sterling silver

Hanzi are characters used in Chinese writing. As early as the sixth century A.D., many of these characters began to be simplified and adopted into Japanese writing, where they're known as kanji, a term that is more widely used in the West. Artisans in Yiwu, China, create these pendants by using sterling silver and the lost-wax casting method. Each character emulates the sweeping brushstrokes of traditional calligraphy. Choose based on birth month, favorite color, or simply the symbol that resonates with you most.

January: Garnet/Beauty, February: Amethyst/Generosity, March: Blue Topaz/Affection, April: White Quartz/Love, May: Green Quartz/Sweetness, June: White Pearl/Longevity, July: Carnelian/Perfection, August: Peridot/Purity, September: Iolite/Protection, October: Pink Tourmaline/Happiness, November: Citrine/Artistry, December: Turquoise/Imagination.

Multicolored gems and pearls create a stunning contrast among sparkling smoky glass beads in a design by Nareerat. The multi-strand necklace is crafted by hand with dyed grey button pearls and dyed blue baroque pearls, as well as chalcedony and enhanced quartz beads. It closes with a sterling silver plated brass lobster claw clasp.

Handcrafted in Thailand by artisan Tiraphan Hasub, this vibrant beaded bracelet is a celebration of texture and tradition. Five strands of gemstones—deep blue lapis lazuli, earthy serpentine, striking agates, dyed blue calcite, and composite turquoise—dance alongside gleaming brass beads, all woven together on a sturdy brown cord. Adjustable loop closure with delicate brass bells that chime softly.