july birthstone

Graceful and beautiful, this handcrafted necklace exemplifies Balinese artistry. Colorful gemstones nestle amid sterling silver leaves and flowers in bright array. Faceted amethyst, citrine and garnet total 2.4 carats to complement a cabochon carnelian. Buana crafts this extraordinary necklace and completes it with a braided black leather cord.

.925 Sterling silver

Saranarat selects a dazzling combination of gemstone colors underscored by the rich elegance of a 24k gold plated sterling silver chain. Red garnets, pink tourmalines and rubies alternate with white pearls in this artisan crafted necklace from Thailand.

.925 Sterling silver

Crowned with garnet, a sterling silver sphere hosts sleek red-orange enameled globe inside. It chimes like a small bell. Ketut Sulastri crafts the necklace by hand with polished carnelian spheres along the silver chain.

Also called "angel necklaces" and "harmony balls," Such necklaces are often worn by pregnant women in Bali and also in Mexico. The chain lets the pendant reach to the belly and the delicate sounds are thought to soothe the mother and the baby she is carrying. Some believe it summons a guardian angel, thus making it a symbol of loving protection.

Vibrant gems display charm and beauty in Somluck Komolmith's gorgeous necklace. The Thai artisan centers the necklace with a Hill Tribe silver pendant, enriched by garnet, calcite, and reconstituted turquoise jewels around the cord. In addition, a sterling silver extender and clasp allow for easy use.

This powerful necklace has at its core the mysterious glow of black onyx. The design is by Wayan Sarjana, who borrows from classic Balinese jewelry to blend an accessory of contemporary appeal. Featuring a double strand of gemstones, the onyx pendant is accompanied by garnet and sterling silver pebbles as well as freshwater pearls.

.925 sterling silver.

A carnelian sun radiates the elegance of silver and the exotic combination of garnet and crystal. Wayan Sarjana draws inspiration from classic Balinese jewelry design to create an accessory of contemporary appeal. The work is crafted with sterling silver.

925 sterling silver.

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.