gemstone necklaces

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

An impressive 45 carats of garnet, peridot, amethyst, citrine, smoky quartz, and blue topaz sparkle in multicolored hues along the length of this incredible link necklace. India's Bhavesh designs the necklace, which is handcrafted from 23k gold plated sterling silver.

A colorful gemstone grid aligns with chakra energies to achieve a harmonious sense of well-being. From Alok Jain in India, the 22k gold plated necklace glistens with amethyst, iolite, citrine, peridot, garnet, blue topaz, and carnelian. Their colors each correspond to a specific chakra. Clear and light purple stones are associated with the 7th chakra (awareness and wisdom); the purple, violet and indigo gems with the 6th chakra (insight and perception), and the blue or light blue with the 5th, that of communication and truth. Green and pink stones are for love and compassion, linked to the heart, on the 4th chakra. For inner power and will, the 3rd chakra is associated with yellow gems, whereas emotion and sexuality are linked to red and orange gems for the 2nd chakra. Black gems are used to stimulate the 1st chakra, that of stability and security.

In Sanskrit, chakra refers to an energy vortex through which vital universal forces are channeled, and there are believed to be seven in the human body. When all seven are aligned the person feels a healthy sense of well-being.

.925 Sterling silver.

Saranarat infuses a maritime theme with the gemstone colors she chooses for the design of this necklace. Crafted by hand in Thailand with dyed grey pearls, diminutive black spinel beads separate apatite gems. The lariat necklace is centered by an 18k gold plated brass hoop adorned with faceted kyanite. Four white baroque pearls add a touch of exotic elegance.

Saranarat selects a dazzling combination of gemstone colors underscored by the rich elegance of a 24k gold plated sterling silver chain. Iolites, amethysts and a single amazonite alternate with white pearls in this artisan crafted necklace from Thailand.

.925 Sterling silver

Faith and tradition merge in this festive jewelry set, inspired by the Day of the Dead's celebrations. Mexico's Alejandra Torres uses 18k gold-plated brass to create the necklace and earrings that compose the set, each decorated with crystal, lapis lazuli, reconstituted turquoise and amethyst gems for a magical aura. Classic Day of the Dead-themed charms complete the accessories, whereas polyester threads add a sparkling touch.

Faith and tradition merge in this festive jewelry set, inspired by the Day of the Dead's celebrations. Mexico's Alejandra Torres uses 18k gold-plated brass to create the necklace and earrings that compose the set, each decorated with crystal, lapis lazuli, reconstituted turquoise and amethyst gems for a magical aura. Classic Day of the Dead-themed charms complete the accessories, whereas polyester threads add a sparkling touch.