gemstones

A trio of gemstones forms the pendant of this lovely necklace from Alok Jain of India. The bright colors of amethyst, citrine, and blue topaz highlight the shining silver tone of the rhodium-plated sterling silver chain. Each gemstone weighs one carat.

The sparkling radiance of peridot mingles with the dazzle of blue topaz, garnet, citrine, amethyst and smoky quartz to create this shimmering pendant. The faceted gems, weighing one carat each, come together to form a colorful wheel, framed in rhodium plated sterling silver. Hema presents the necklace, which centers a sterling silver cable chain.

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.

A faceted blue topaz sparkles from a bezel setting in this gorgeous pendant necklace which is designed by Janice Girardi on behalf of the Bali Animal Welfare Association. Sterling silver paw prints enclose the stunning gemstone and adorn the top of the pendant, making this a necklace a lovely accessory for animal lovers.

All profits from each purchase of Janice Girardi Designs for BAWA sterling silver jewelry will provide life-saving medical services and vaccines for local animals.