sterling silver and gemstone jewelry

Glistening gemstones align with chakra energies on the basis of their color, inspiring this pinwheel pendant necklace from Alok Jain. 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. In this sterling silver necklace includes amethyst, iolite, citrine, peridot, garnet, blue topaz, and carnelian. The 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.

.925 Sterling silver.

The milky luminescence of pearl basks in the verdant light of peridot. Set in sterling silver, the gemstones total 12.5 carats in earrings by India's Shanker.

.925 Sterling silver

Sterling silver brushstrokes frame a lustrous culturedpearl and four petite peridot gemstones in this necklace by Shanker. Because of its tendency to glow at twilight, peridot is believed to protect against nightmares.

Cabochons of cultured freshwater pearls are crowned with faceted peridot, amethyst and garnet in this pair of dangle earrings presented by India's Neeru Goel. Sterling silver forms swags at the bottom of the earrings, some detailed with dot motifs. The glamorous earrings are set with more than three carats of sparkling gemstones.

Peridot is captivating in a necklace by India's Narayannii. With her flair for feminine beauty, she designs an opulent circlet of gemstones punctuated by pearls. Diminutive sterling silver beads complement the lovely necklace. The faceted peridot totals 18.5 carats.

.925 Sterling silver

With growing desire, a green oval gemstone glows with incipient emotion. Embraced in argent arms, composite turquoise radiates its innate beauty. Shanker adds cultured pearls to a lavish sterling silver pendant and displays it on a slender chain necklace.

Cultured pearls bring a mystical luminescence to this necklace by Matta. Symbols of pure heart and mind, they are centered with a single bead of polished jade. The smooth green gemstone is thought to foster mercy, love and generosity. Matta frames the jade with delicate filigree of sterling silver.

.925 Sterling silver

Balinese artisan Buana orchestrates a mystical palette of gemstone colors for the design of this extraordinary bracelet. Onyx centers the florid pendant and is flanked by rainbow moonstone. Opal doublets flank the frangipanis, and blue-green peacock pearls dangle on either side. Buana's expertise is evident in the details as he crafts the sterling silver bracelet by hand.

.925 Sterling silver

Ten stunning cultured freshwater pearls glisten magically alongside beads of dyed aventurine and chalcedony in this beautiful necklace from India. Presented by Narayannii, intricately designed sterling silver floral parasols encase three smooth beads of chalcedony, centering the necklace. Pretty petite dots of sterling silver gracefully link the other precious gems together, completing the wonderfully opulent design.