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Brushed Leaves
Sterling Silver Leaf-Shaped Post Drop Earrings from Peru
Brushed Leaves, Sterling Silver Leaf-Shaped Post Drop Earrings from Peru
Length: 1.3" x 0.6" W x 0" D
Carol Noriega
Leaves of brushed sterling silver become shimmering earrings with modern style. Designed by Carol Noriega, they're a perfect complement to your contemporary chic.$49.99Artist: Carol Noriega
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Owl Bond
Handcrafted Bone Owl Family Dangle Earrings from Bali
Owl Bond, Handcrafted Bone Owl Family Dangle Earrings from Bali
Size: 2" H x 0.7" W x 0.2" D
Made Wardika
Embodying the virtue of family, this pair of Balinese dangle earrings is hand-carved of bone to depict mother owls holding their babies tight. Made Wardika designs the earrings, adorning the ears on... read more$34.99$31.49Artist: Made Wardika
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Sea Turtle Family
Citrine Sea Turtle Pendant Necklace from Bali
Sea Turtle Family, Citrine Sea Turtle Pendant Necklace from Bali
Length: 20"
Putu Gede Darmawan
Crafted of sterling silver, a family of sea turtles gathers in the pendant of this necklace from Bali. Putu Gede Darmawan designs the necklace, which features two faceted gems of citrine in the bodies... read more$87.99$79.19Artist: Putu Gede Darmawan
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Owl Affection
Mother and Child Bone Owl Pendant Necklace from Bali
Owl Affection, Mother and Child Bone Owl Pendant Necklace from Bali
Length: 15.75"
Made Wardika
Lovingly hand-carved from bone, an owl mother caresses her child in the pendant of this necklace from Bali. Made Wardika creates the expertly-crafted necklace. The pendant centers an adjustable length... read more$27.99$25.19Artist: Made Wardika
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Sea Turtle Family
Blue Topaz Sea Turtle Pendant Necklace from Bali
Sea Turtle Family, Blue Topaz Sea Turtle Pendant Necklace from Bali
Length: 20"
Putu Gede Darmawan
Crafted of sterling silver, a family of sea turtles gathers in the pendant of this necklace from Bali. Putu Gede Darmawan designs the necklace, which features two one-carat gems of blue topaz in the... read more$87.99$79.19Artist: Putu Gede Darmawan
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Love of My Life
Little Boy and Girl Charm Handcrafted Silver Necklace
Love of My Life, Little Boy and Girl Charm Handcrafted Silver Necklace
Length: 17.5"
Adriana de Gadea
Depicted in gleaming Andean sterling silver, a little girl and boy are adorable. Adriana de Gadea crafts the charms by hand to display on a sterling chain. Perfect for brother and sister, girlfriend... read more$89.99Artist: Adriana de Gadea
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Sea Turtle Family
Garnet Sea Turtle Pendant Necklace from Bali
Sea Turtle Family, Garnet Sea Turtle Pendant Necklace from Bali
Length: 20"
Putu Gede Darmawan
Crafted of sterling silver, a family of sea turtles gathers in the pendant of this necklace from Bali. Putu Gede Darmawan designs the necklace, which features two one-carat gems of natural garnet in... read more$87.99$79.19Artist: Putu Gede Darmawan
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Beautiful Girl
Girl Pendant Necklace in Sterling Silver
Beautiful Girl, Girl Pendant Necklace in Sterling Silver
Length: 17.75"
Adriana de Gadea
This dainty necklace features a sterling silver pendant of a girl, complete with dress and pigtails. The pendant centers a sterling silver rolo chain. The necklace makes a great gift for a new mother... read more$59.99Artist: Adriana de Gadea
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Daughters
Daughters Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace from Peru
Daughters, Daughters Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace from Peru
Length: 19.75"
Adriana de Gadea
Peru's Adriana de Gadea presents this fanciful pair of girls in the form of a pendant necklace. The two children join hands, and each holds a heart in the other hand, which connects to a box chain.... read more$89.99Artist: Adriana de Gadea
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Beautiful Boy
Boy Pendant Necklace in Sterling Silver
Beautiful Boy, Boy Pendant Necklace in Sterling Silver
Length: 17.75"
Adriana de Gadea
This dainty necklace features a sterling silver pendant of a boy, centering a sterling silver rolo chain. The necklace makes a great gift for a new mother, grandmother, or anyone with a special bond... read more$59.99Artist: Adriana de Gadea
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The Village Council
Your answers straight from the village experts


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


Global artisans use all sorts of materials in their handcrafted jewelry for men. In the Andes, sterling silver, leather, and combinations of natural stones are frequently used. In Bali, silver, gold, bone, wood, brass, and stainless copper adorn handmade jewelry. In West Africa, men's jewelry honors the cow, where bone and horns are incorporated into unique pieces.


Absolutely! Jewelry is an art form that allows makers to express their individuality and cultural influences, and certain designs are used to represent important symbols. For example, Central American artisans incorporate traditional figures, glyphs, and pre-Hispanic folklore. In Mexico, the famous work of artists Angel Ortiz, Maria Belen Nilson, and Rosa Rojo highlight the beauty of Aztec, Mayan and Teotihuacan civilizations. In Peru, powerful symbols, like the Andean chakana, are used to represent humanitys union with the cosmos. Indian artists are extremely tied to their faith and spirituality. Earring designs include chakra gemstones, motifs of Lord Ganesha, and other spiritual imagery. In Bali, the Om symbol is prevalent, as well as the mythological panther-like Barong image, which is seen as a protector spirit. Designs pulled from the natural world, like animal figures, feathers, plants, as well as stones, are used in almost every culture, which then infuses them with their own particular meanings.


Yes! We offer a wide selection of earrings that are made from eco-friendly materials. Cow bone, water buffalo horn, fabric, recycled paper, wood, palm leaf and coconut shells, just to name a few. Product descriptions always list materials used, so be sure to read about each product to discover how artisans are working to ensure sustainability and environmental consciousness.


There is no best when it comes to handmade earrings. However, certain materials lend themselves well to jewelry. Silver and gold, for example, are frequently used to make earrings because of their luster and shine. Each region puts its own unique touch on the art of earring-making. Most use some combination of silver, gold, gemstones, wooden or glass beads, and bones. Some regions, like West Africa, have found ways to introduce up-cycling into the jewelry-making process. Recycled plastic and paper beads, as well as coconut shells are commonly integrated into beautiful works of earring art. Whatever materials used, quality and safety are always our top priorities. Each pair of earrings is tested to ensure its safety. If you do have sensitive skin, you may consider rhodium plated earrings, as rhodium is completely hypoallergenic. You can always find all relevant information about materials in the product description.


Traditional artisans handcraft jewelry using the techniques and materials of their ancestors. In Indonesia, the most common mens bracelet is made from Akar Baharnatural, or black, coral. In the Andes, sterling silver, leather, waxed cotton threads, or natural stones adorn handmade jewelry. In Central America, the list includes: gold, brass, cord, wood, or glass. West Africa also makes use of these materials, plus wooden beads. And India incorporates gemstones into its rich history of jewelry.
Featured Reviews on Family Jewelry
Bone pendant necklace, 'Owl Affection'





By Glynn
Beautiful Carving!
Stunning detail. I gave it to my daughter to remind her that she would be wrapped in my love for all eternity.
Citrine pendant necklace, 'Sea Turtle Family'





By Sharon
Beautiful Gift
I purchased this as a gift for my cousin. She absolutely loved it. It is so beautiful and intricate. It made a wonderful gift!!
Bone dangle earrings, 'Owl Bond'





By Sharon
Stunning!
I have always loves owls and am always on the lookout for unique jewelry featuring these birds. I was so delighted with the quality and intricacy of these earrings, that I immediately also purchased the matching necklace.
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Putu Gede Darmawan Handcrafted sterling silver and gemstone jewelry
"I've come to realize the importance of having a skill so that one may have more opportunities in life, so I've made a point of offering free training in silversmith techniques."