may birthstone necklaces

The vibrant color of enhanced red agate glows with fervent hope. Indian designer Hema sets the faceted teardrop gem in a sterling silver pendant stylized with India's legendary jali openwork. The pendant hangs gracefully from an argent chain.

.925 Sterling silver

From Alok Jain in India, this beautiful necklaces exalts the inherent beauty of moss agate, which represents May´s birthstone. The stone's forest tonalities find a home in sterling silver settings.

.925 Sterling silver

Mexico's Guillermo Arregui designs a luminous choker of arresting beauty. It is cast of sterling silver and centered by a glowing amber gem. Crowned with an iridescent pearl and peridot, the pendant glistens with tumbaga, a gold and copper alloy developed since pre-Hispanic times.

.925 Sterling silver

When used in jewelry, amber beads can include a stunning arrangement of tones and hues. Natural amber ranges from yellow to deep orange. It may sometimes even have a green cast to it, as well as opaque swirls within. Because amber is the preserved resin of prehistoric trees that grew millions of years ago, it sometimes has tiny inclusions of plants and insects -- making it highly prized.

Priyo Salim depicts a diminutive elephant in shining silver. The pachyderm rides atop a turtle who stands on a glowing carnelian. Hanging beneath, pyrite's fascinating colors complete this novel pendant. It centers a silver choker or may be worn alone as a brooch.

.925 Sterling silver

Quartz crystal has a long history as a healing stone. Here a single quartz prism is enhanced by ornate sterling silver wirework motifs handcrafted by Balinese artisan Made Sugi. A single faceted amethyst, a stone long associated with clarity and temperance, sits atop the pendant. Quartz colors may vary slightly.

Handcrafted with 18k gold plated steel on turquoise-colored cord, this beautiful necklace will make a fascinating accessory wherever it goes. Mexican duo Martha and Ambar Mireles create their design, which is enhanced with colorful agate gems. A handcrafted ceramic pendant dangles at the center.

Because each piece of jewelry is individually crafted, there may be slight variations in colors and the decor details, thus assuring that your piece is a unique work of art.