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Aztec Dragon
Sterling Silver Link Bracelet Aztec Dragon Mexico
Aztec Dragon, Sterling Silver Link Bracelet Aztec Dragon Mexico
Length: 7.75"
Angel Ortiz
Inspired by the Aztec god Quetzalcoatl, this sterling silver link bracelet features dragon motifs that wrap around the piece. The links of the bracelet form the body of the two dragons, which... read more
(54)
$419.99$377.99Artist: Angel Ortiz
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Quetzalcoatl-Kukulcan
Mexican 925 Silver Pendant Blue Macrame Unity Bracelet
Quetzalcoatl-Kukulcan, Mexican 925 Silver Pendant Blue Macrame Unity Bracelet
Length: 5.5"
Rosa Rojo
"The pre-Hispanic deity Quetzalcoatl, sometimes known as Kukulkan, united many different peoples. Legend says that Quetzalcóatl taught the Toltecs the silversmith's art. His symbol is the... read more
(15)
$109.99$98.99Artist: Rosa Rojo
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Sweet Melodies
Green Jade Sterling Silver Link Bracelet from Guatemala
Sweet Melodies, Green Jade Sterling Silver Link Bracelet from Guatemala
Length: 7.5"
Zandra Lorena Sajbin
For Guatemalan artisan Zandra Lorena Sajbin, working with jade is more than a profession; it is a practice that brings her closer to her Mayan roots. She crafts this link bracelet by hand, placing... read more
(536)
$159.99$143.99Artist: Zandra Lorena Sajbin
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Silent Black Jaguar
Mexican 925 Silver Pendant Black Macrame Jaguar Bracelet
Silent Black Jaguar, Mexican 925 Silver Pendant Black Macrame Jaguar Bracelet
Length: 6"
Rosa Rojo
Sinuous and stealthy, the black jaguar pads silently through the jungles of Yucatan. The beautiful cat is a symbol of the night, and the nahual of royalty and priests, governors and sorcerers, and... read more
(15)
$99.99$89.99Artist: Rosa Rojo
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Maya Justice Nahual
Maya Justice Nahual Etched Jade Pendant Bracelet
Maya Justice Nahual, Maya Justice Nahual Etched Jade Pendant Bracelet
Length: 6.5"
Jorge Lopez
Sharing the rich legacy of the ancient Maya, Jorge Lopez recreates a hieroglyph in jade. It is named Tz'i, symbolizing the staff of power, spiritual law and justice. The pendant centers a black faux... read more
(18)
$49.99$44.99Artist: Jorge Lopez
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Maya Destiny
Maya Generations Etched Jade Pendant Bracelet
Maya Destiny, Maya Generations Etched Jade Pendant Bracelet
Length: 6.5"
Jorge Lopez
By Jorge Lopez, this bracelet an ancient glyph in jade. A mountain cat appears in the Ee glyph, and represents the path of destiny according to the ancient Maya. The pendant centers a black faux... read more
(18)
$49.99$44.99Artist: Jorge Lopez
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Tzolk'in Maya Calendar
Sterling Silver and Black Cord Mayan Calendar Bracelet
Tzolk'in Maya Calendar, Sterling Silver and Black Cord Mayan Calendar Bracelet
Length: 9.5"
Oscar Figueroa Escorcia
Working in sterling silver, Oscar Figueroa Escorcia recreates glyphs from the Tzolk'in, or Maya calendar in a stunning bracelet. Images relating to time periods encircle the "carrier of... read more
(606)
$25.99$23.39Artist: Oscar Figueroa Escorcia
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Mayan Tree Frog
Mayan Frog 925 Silver Pendant Green Macrame Bracelet
Mayan Tree Frog, Mayan Frog 925 Silver Pendant Green Macrame Bracelet
Length: 6"
Rosa Rojo
Among the ancient Maya, frogs were harbingers of rain. When offerings were made to the rain god, four small boys were tied to each corner of the altar. Their job was to chirp like frogs to call the... read more
(15)
$109.99$98.99Artist: Rosa Rojo
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Iximche Jaguars
Leather Accent Sterling Silver Jaguar Pendant Bracelet
Iximche Jaguars, Leather Accent Sterling Silver Jaguar Pendant Bracelet
Length: 7"
Nicte Migliozzi
Crafted of sterling silver, the faces of five balam, or jaguars, are depicted in a pre-Hispanic style. Nicte Migliozzi crafts dramatic leather bracelet with sterling silver images. The jaguars are... read more
(35)
$304.99$274.49Artist: Nicte Migliozzi
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Maya Bird Nahual
Maya Bird Nahual Etched Jade Pendant Bracelet
Maya Bird Nahual, Maya Bird Nahual Etched Jade Pendant Bracelet
Length: 6.5"
Jorge Lopez
A Maya hieroglyph depicts the head of the golden eagle in silhouette. Working in jade, Jorge Lopez recreates the ancient symbol on a black faux leather cord bracelet. The glyph is named Tzi'kin, and... read more
(18)
$49.99$44.99Artist: Jorge Lopez
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Maya Seed
Maya Seed Etched Jade Pendant Bracelet
Maya Seed, Maya Seed Etched Jade Pendant Bracelet
Length: 6.5"
Jorge Lopez
Sharing the rich legacy of the ancient Maya, Jorge Lopez recreates a hieroglyph in jade. It depicts a perforation in the soil and is named Q'anil, symbolizing the seed of life, of creation and... read more
(18)
$49.99$44.99Artist: Jorge Lopez
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Maya Wisdom
Maya Wisdom Etched Jade Pendant Bracelet
Maya Wisdom, Maya Wisdom Etched Jade Pendant Bracelet
Length: 6.5"
Jorge Lopez
Jorge Lopez invokes Noj, a Maya nahual. Noj represents the connection of the mind with cosmic wisdom, with the divine, and with mystic secrets. The etched jade pendant centers a black faux leather... read more
(18)
$49.99$44.99Artist: Jorge Lopez
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Maya Union
Maya Union Etched Jade Pendant Bracelet
Maya Union, Maya Union Etched Jade Pendant Bracelet
Length: 6.5"
Jorge Lopez
By Jorge Lopez, this bracelet depicts an ancient glyph in jade. Known as Kawoq, it is the turtle nahual that connects humans with deities. In Maya cosmology, Kawoq represents the strength of union... read more
(18)
$49.99$44.99Artist: Jorge Lopez
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Maya Plumed Serpent
Maya Plumed Serpent Etched Jade Pendant Bracelet
Maya Plumed Serpent, Maya Plumed Serpent Etched Jade Pendant Bracelet
Length: 6.5"
Jorge Lopez
Sharing the rich legacy of the ancient Maya, Jorge Lopez recreates a hieroglyph in jade. It represents a feathered serpent and is named Kan, symbolizing movement, creation, human evolution and... read more
(18)
$49.99$44.99Artist: Jorge Lopez
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Maya Power
Maya Power Etched Jade Pendant Bracelet
Maya Power, Maya Power Etched Jade Pendant Bracelet
Length: 6.5"
Jorge Lopez
Sharing the rich legacy of the ancient Maya, Jorge Lopez recreates a hieroglyph in jade. It depicts a closed hand with the opposing fingers touching to close a circuit of energy. Named Kej, it... read more
(18)
$49.99$44.99Artist: Jorge Lopez
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Maya Sun God
Maya Sun God Etched Jade Pendant Bracelet
Maya Sun God, Maya Sun God Etched Jade Pendant Bracelet
Length: 6.5"
Jorge Lopez
Sharing the rich legacy of the ancient Maya, Jorge Lopez recreates a hieroglyph in jade. It depicts a wheel on an axle and is named Toj, symbolizing the sun god and solar energy. Toj also is the law... read more
(18)
$49.99$44.99Artist: Jorge Lopez
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Bold Hunab Ku
Black and White Fused Glass Bracelet
Bold Hunab Ku, Black and White Fused Glass Bracelet
Length: 6.25"
Andres Arambula
Artisan Andres Arambula in Mexico creates this fabulous wristband bracelet with a pendant of handmade fused glass in glossy black. He centers the square pendant on a beaded wristband that depicts the... read more$49.99$44.99Artist: Andres Arambula
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Maya Rebirth
Maya Rebirth Etched Jade Pendant Bracelet
Maya Rebirth, Maya Rebirth Etched Jade Pendant Bracelet
Length: 6.5"
Jorge Lopez
By Jorge Lopez, this bracelet depicts an ancient glyph in jade. Known as Kame, it represents rebirth, a symbol of death, birth and the cycles of life. The pendant centers a black faux leather cord.... read more
(18)
$49.99$44.99Artist: Jorge Lopez
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Maya Awareness
Maya Awareness Etched Jade Pendant Bracelet
Maya Awareness, Maya Awareness Etched Jade Pendant Bracelet
Length: 6.5"
Jorge Lopez
Sharing the rich legacy of the ancient Maya, Jorge Lopez recreates a hieroglyph in jade. It depicts a crocodile, shark or turtle and is named Imox, symbolizing the conscience, the mind, the subtle... read more
(18)
$49.99$44.99Artist: Jorge Lopez
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Maya Light and Darkness Nahual
Maya Light and Darkness Nahual Etched Jade Pendant Bracelet
Maya Light and Darkness Nahual, Maya Light and Darkness Nahual Etched Jade Pendant Bracelet
Length: 6.5"
Jorge Lopez
Sharing the rich legacy of the ancient Maya, Jorge Lopez recreates a hieroglyph in jade. It depicts a bat or macaw and is named Aq'ab'al, symbolizing dawn and dusk, light and darkness. The pendant... read more
(18)
$49.99$44.99Artist: Jorge Lopez
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Maya Protectress
Maya Protectress Etched Jade Pendant Bracelet
Maya Protectress, Maya Protectress Etched Jade Pendant Bracelet
Length: 6.5"
Jorge Lopez
By Jorge Lopez, this bracelet depicts an ancient glyph in jade. Known as I'x, it is the animal nahual that connects humans with deities. The jaguar glyph is associated with the feminine energy that... read more
(18)
$49.99$44.99Artist: Jorge Lopez
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Maya Beginnings
Maya Beginnings Etched Jade Pendant Bracelet
Maya Beginnings, Maya Beginnings Etched Jade Pendant Bracelet
Length: 6.5"
Jorge Lopez
By Jorge Lopez, this bracelet depicts an ancient Maya hieroglyph. Represented by a hummingbird, the Iq glyph is shaped like a temple window designed to let the spirit of the wind blow through. It... read more
(18)
$49.99$44.99Artist: Jorge Lopez
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Maya Generations
Maya Generations Etched Jade Pendant Bracelet
Maya Generations, Maya Generations Etched Jade Pendant Bracelet
Length: 6.5"
Jorge Lopez
By Jorge Lopez, this unique bracelet depicts an ancient hieroglyph in jade. The Aj glyph represents new generations, according to the Maya. Two loops at the top depict tender plant shoots, and the... read more
(18)
$49.99$44.99Artist: Jorge Lopez
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Maya Owl Nahual
Maya Owl Nahual Etched Jade Pendant Bracelet
Maya Owl Nahual, Maya Owl Nahual Etched Jade Pendant Bracelet
Length: 6.5"
Jorge Lopez
By Jorge Lopez, this bracelet depicts an ancient glyph in jade. Known as Ajmaq, it is the owl nahual, a symbol of forgiveness that represents the darkest part of night and the first light of dawn. The... read more
(18)
$49.99$44.99Artist: Jorge Lopez
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Maya Strength Nahual
Maya Strength Nahual Etched Jade Pendant Bracelet
Maya Strength Nahual, Maya Strength Nahual Etched Jade Pendant Bracelet
Length: 6.5"
Jorge Lopez
By Jorge Lopez, this bracelet depicts an ancient Maya hieroglyph in jade. Known as Tijax, it represented by a pyramid seen from above, and the glyph symbolizes the warrior's strength and power. The... read more
(18)
$49.99$44.99Artist: Jorge Lopez
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Multicolor Maize Man
Braided Cord Bracelet with Corn Man Pendant from Guatemala
Multicolor Maize Man, Braided Cord Bracelet with Corn Man Pendant from Guatemala
Length: 6.5"
Wakami
The artisans of the Wakami cooperative draw inspiration from the ancient Mayan legend of the 'Maize People' for this colorful wrap bracelet. They craft it from braided multicolored cords and finish it... read more
(22)
$25.99$23.39Artist: Wakami
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Maya Treasure in Light Green
Sterling Silver and Pale Green Jade Link Bracelet
Maya Treasure in Light Green, Sterling Silver and Pale Green Jade Link Bracelet
Length: 7.5"
Jimenez Family
Faceted squares of light green jade roll along the length of this link bracelet like speckled hills. Meticulously handcrafted, it is a design by Guatemala's Jimenez Family, who work together to... read more
(108)
$149.99$134.99Artist: Jimenez Family
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The Village Council
Your answers straight from the village experts
What makes a women’s bracelet eco-friendly?
Artisans the world over utilize the natural materials at their disposal to create beautiful, sustainable jewelry. Wood, bamboo and dried gourds. Coconut shells, rattan and terra-cotta. Even natural grasses lend themselves to a jeweler's creativity while art glass beads and pendants can be made from discarded bottles. Some artisans reclaim precious silver from photographic negatives. Colorful magazine pages can become tightly-rolled beads protected by a coat of varnish. Always creative, artists craft their bracelets out of innovative, eco-conscious materials.
How do I know if my bracelet is handmade?
Handmade women's bracelets each have their own unique characteristics. Color, texture, size and design all vary. Often, the technique alone will tell you, for example, hand-knotted, braided or woven bracelets. Leather bracelets with cutout motifs or embossing are usually crafted by hand.Thai jewelry by Karen silversmiths shows hand-stamped geometric or floral motifs and beads are usually made of fine silver, which is more malleable than sterling. Similarly, filigree jewelry is a meticulous handcrafted process. Most bracelets with natural, sustainable or recycled materials are handmade. Even some of the most sophisticated and modern gold and silver may be signed by the artist who made it.The most common indicator that a bracelet is handmade is the detailed and intricate design. Novica artisans demonstrate their techniques in the many videos on www.novica.com youll find the links on their product descriptions and also on the artisan bio page.
What bracelet-making techniques have been passed down through generations?
Traditional bracelet-making techniques have been passed down over generations around the world. Women's bracelets in gold and silver are usually crafted with the lost wax technique. The image is sculpted in wax and enveloped in a mold materia. As molten gold or silver is poured into the mold, the wax image melts and the metal takes its place. However coiling fine strands of metal results in Andean filigree jewelry. Balinese artistry applies polished spirals and tendrils as well as tiny globes known as jawan to sleek silver jewelry. And a few contemporary artisans even weave or crochet the slender silver strands.Jade was highly prized by the Maya and still has an important place in modern Guatemalan jewelry. Amber from the rich mines in southern Mexico adorns the women's bracelets, necklaces, and earrings of the area. Macrame and beading are popular everywhere for boho style. And West Africas handmade beadwork is renowned the world over.
Do any women’s bracelets have particular cultural significance?
women's bracelets carried immense cultural significance in ancient times and they still do. In Perus pre-Hispanic societies, gold represented the sun, and jewelry indicated social status and identity, as it also did among the Maya of Mexico and Central America. In India, bangles or kangans showed a woman was married and are a part of the 16 adornments customarily worn by a Hindu bride. Traditional West African beads are a sign of cultural identity. Each one has a meaning and tells a story.Today, women's bracelets are still culturally significant. In India, jewelry often depicts religious symbols and meditative mantras. Balinese bracelets may also depict dragons, thought to be the protectors of the gods, or the Hindu Barong deity, also a protection symbol. Motifs stamped into Karen hill tribe silver encourage living in harmony with nature. The hand-knotted bracelets of Guatemala symbolize friendship but evolved from a silent protest for loved ones missing during the country's armed conflict. Today, friends each tie a bracelet on the others arm and make a wish. The bracelet is worn until it wears out and falls off so the wish will come true.
What are the most popular materials to make women’s bracelets?
Silver, gold, brass and copper have been popular for thousands of years and are often set with colorful gemstones. Artisans in different regions of the world take advantage of unique local resources, such as Brazilian golden grass, leather and coconut shell from Thailand, and carved bone jewelry from Bali. Intricate openwork carving, known as jali, can be seen in bangles from India. West Africa has a long tradition of beadwork, with beautiful beads made from recycled glass and even plastic becoming popular in recent years.
Featured Reviews on Maya Bracelets
Sterling silver link bracelet, 'Aztec Dragon'
By Ryan
WOW gorgeous! I love it.
Sooo much better on the wrist than in the photos. So unique, I was overwhelmed when I put it on! Nice weight to it, mirror polish, fits great and I am a pretty big guy. This piece will stay with me the rest of my life for sure. Thank you Angel Ortiz!
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Jade link bracelet, 'Sweet Melodies'
By Lincoln
Beautifully made pieces
I am so impressed with the care and craftsmanship in the two pieces I received. Beautiful jade on silver. Im absolutely in love. I will definitely order more. Muchas Gracias,
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Jorge Lopez Marble sculptures and jade jewelry
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Write a review"I especially like to engrave Maya motifs and designs. In this way, I promote the culture of this great civilization of our ancestors."
