gemstones

This floral medallion with multi colored petals is designed to energize the chakras. From Alok Jain, the sterling silver necklace is studded with amethyst, quartz, iolite, citrine, peridot, garnet and carnelian. The gems total 1.3 carats and their colors relate 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 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.

Using round and rectangular cabochon gemstones, artisan Babun Dey of India creates a unique, geometric necklace. The pendant is made up of alluring carnelian stones and dangles from a sterling silver cable chain.

Using round and rectangular cabochon gemstones, artisan Babun Dey of India creates a unique, geometric necklace. The pendant is made up of alluring carnelian stones and dangles from a sterling silver cable chain.

Designer Neetu Barathi of India presents this amazing necklace that exudes elegance and femininity. Like a breezy summer sunset, six cabochons of warm orange onyx are paired with ten cabochons of cool labradorite to create a wonderful, harmonious balance. Sterling silver links the gorgeous gemstones together, which shimmer brightly from their bezel settings. A high polish finish accentuates the luxurious appeal of the necklace.