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Ethereal gemstones make this jewelry set from Mexico's Patricia Guzman a standout. Working with 14k gold-plated stainless steel, the artisan creates a linear pendant necklace with tourmalinated quartz, moonstone, and dusky labradorite. Matching earrings feature gold-plated posts and butterfly clasps.

These ornate sterling silver earrings feature pairs of lovebirds and beads made of natural turquoise, calcite, amethyst and amber. This lovely interpretation of a traditional central Mexican earring style is made by Oscar Figueroa Escorcia, who has over 30 years of experience in the silver town of Taxco.

Due to the natural, organic origin of amber, please expect slight variations in color and size. Since amber is a solidified resin, there may be remnants of plants and insect fossilized within — which only proves its authenticity.

Inspired by springtime flowers, Mexican artisan Alejandra Torres crafts a beautiful rose-shaped pendant from sterling silver to dangle from the necklace in this jewelry set. Lapis lazuli, cultured white pearls, and crystal beads compose the necklace and earrings for a look that exudes luxury and elegance. The necklace's clasp and the earring hooks are crafted of sterling silver.

Ethereal gemstones make this jewelry set from Mexico's Patricia Guzman a standout. Working with 14k gold-plated stainless steel, the artisan creates a linear pendant necklace with amethyst, fluorite, and dusky labradorite. Matching amethyst earrings feature gold-plated posts and butterfly clasps.

Mexico's Patricia Guzman creates an enchanting pendant necklace with an alluring opal stone at its center. Delicate twisted wire accents and dainty pyrite beads enhance its unparalleled beauty while elegant freshwater cultured pearls and citrine beads sway gracefully, lending a sophisticated touch to this refined design. The pendant hangs from a gleaming rolo chain, expertly plated in 14k gold over stainless steel.

Designed by Mexico’s Patricia Guzman, this mesmerizing pendant necklace graced by a magnetic rose quartz stone as the focal point is sure to make a statement. The intricate artistry of twisted wire and the vibrant palette of dainty tourmaline beads amplify its charm. The addition of peridot beads injects an extra burst of energy as the pendant elegantly hangs from a lustrous rolo chain meticulously plated in 14k gold over stainless steel.

Distinctly different, this jewelry set is the original creation of Alejandra Torres in Mexico. The necklace is knotted with polished lapis lazuli chips, cultured pearls and tiny beads of golden hematite. A petite sterling silver hummingbird with wings tipped in 18k gold centers the beaded strand. The dangle earrings feature the same gemstones on sterling silver wires.

Joyous colors seem to sing in long earrings by Clara Filcer. White cultured pearls mingle with faceted amethyst and crystalline beads in red, blue, green and amber. They dance beneath sterling silver discs.

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.