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Sterling blossoms link in a floral garland. A master of Balinese silver work, Buana crafts this bracelet to showcase the lilac tones of amethyst. Luminous white pearls add their glow while labradorite brings its own mystique to the design.

.925 Sterling silver

India's Shanker comes from a family of farmers, but chooses instead to provide excellent pieces of jewelry. He works with local artisans to present this link bracelet, which features a handcrafted design from sterling silver. Rainbow moonstone and four carats of amethyst adorn this piece for a beautiful bracelet with cool purple and iridescent hues.

From Alok Jain, this sterling silver bracelet links colorful gems associated with chakras. Set in sterling silver, amethyst, iolite, citrine, peridot, garnet, blue topaz and carnelian total 4.2 gemstone carats. 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.

Tiny sunflowers in sterling silver alternate with round amethyst gemstones totaling three carats in this delicate link bracelet from Bali's Ni Wayan Astiti. Each gemstone rests in a bezel setting while the sterling silver flowers are enhanced by an oxidized finish.

Inspired by the elegant architecture of Buddhist temples in Bali, Buana designs this fascinating bracelet. Crafted of sterling silver, three circular links elaborated with circle and swirl motifs form the bracelet's pendant. Each link is fitted with a sparkling gem of purple amethyst, and petite cultured pearls decorate the spaces between the links. Sterling Naga chain caresses the wrist.

The gems of romance and spirituality join forces in a bracelet by Neeru Goel. She selects rose quartz and amethyst for her design. Set in sterling silver, the bracelet is crafted by hand.

.925 Sterling silver.

A total of four carats of faceted amethysts are set within sterling silver bezels in this link bracelet presented by India's Neeru Goel. Six larger round amethysts alternate with pairs of smaller round stones reminiscent of purple grapes to create a beautiful birthstone bauble for those born in February.