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Jali Grace
Handmade Sterling Silver Hoop Earrings with Jali Motif
Jali Grace, Handmade Sterling Silver Hoop Earrings with Jali Motif
Length: 1" x 0.9" W x 0.3" D
Neetu Barathi
From designer Neetu Barathi comes a stunning pair of hoop earrings. Traditional Indian jali open work in gorgeous feminine swirls grace each sterling silver hoop. This simple but elegant design makes... read more$29.99Artist: Neetu Barathi
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Jali Coffee
Hand Crafted Dangle Earrings with Polished Brass Hooks
Jali Coffee, Hand Crafted Dangle Earrings with Polished Brass Hooks
Length: 1.4" x 0.9" W x 0.1" D
Sabir
These unique earrings from Indian artisan Sabir combine dark brown buffalo bone carved in the jali openwork style with gleaming brass. The dangle earrings swing from polished brass hooks.$9.99Artist: Sabir
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Jali Blossoms
Sterling Silver Earrings from India with Flowers and Foliage
Jali Blossoms, Sterling Silver Earrings from India with Flowers and Foliage
Length: 1.8" x 0.6" W x 0.2" D
Arunima
Flowers nestle amid foliage in these enchanting handcrafted earrings. India's traditional jali openwork defines the exuberant silhouettes in a sterling silver design from Arunima. .925 Sterling silver... read more$29.99Artist: Arunima
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Elephant Fortune
Hand Crafted Wood Necklace Indian Jewelry
Elephant Fortune, Hand Crafted Wood Necklace Indian Jewelry
Length: 18.5"
Chander Kant
A symbol of strength and wisdom, an elephant exudes elegant confidence in a necklace by Chander Kant. He hand-carves the kadam wood medallion with admirable detail, featuring India's legendary jali... read more$29.99Artist: Chander Kant
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Jali Vines
Sterling Silver Jali Vine Themed Band Ring from India
Jali Vines, Sterling Silver Jali Vine Themed Band Ring from India
US Ring Size: 5,6,7,8,9
Parul
The jali, or cutout motif, is a perennial favorite in Indian jewelry. This sterling silver unisex ring from Parul gives a contemporary feel to the traditional design.$23.99Artist: Parul
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Dark Brown Jali Elegance
Dark Brown Jali Bone Dangle Earrings from India
Dark Brown Jali Elegance, Dark Brown Jali Bone Dangle Earrings from India
Length: 1.8" x 1.1" W x 0.1" D
Arti Sharma
Presented by Arti Sharma, these dangle earrings will bring the elegance of traditional jali architecture to your home. Local artisans take two rectangular pieces of dark brown natural bone, diligently... read more$14.99Artist: Arti Sharma
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Floral Jali
Ornate Sterling Silver Jali Ring
Floral Jali, Ornate Sterling Silver Jali Ring
US Ring Size: 5,6,9
Ajay Patil
Indian jali or openwork is a common motif in India's jewelry, home decor and architecture. Ajay Patil uses it here to create this pretty sterling silver cocktail ring. The oval ring features an ornate... read more$25.99Artist: Ajay Patil
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Mughal Enchantress
Ebony Wood Necklace Handmade Indian Jewelry
Mughal Enchantress, Ebony Wood Necklace Handmade Indian Jewelry
Length: 26"
Chander Kant
Chander Kant transforms the beauty of ebony into a necklace of natural elegance. He intricately carves the pendant by hand, featuring a florid mosaic underscored by the legendary Indian openwork style... read more$19.99Artist: Chander Kant
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Jali Elegance
Jali Bone Dangle Earrings from India
Jali Elegance, Jali Bone Dangle Earrings from India
Length: 1.8" x 1.1" W x 0.1" D
Arti Sharma
Presented by Arti Sharma, these dangle earrings will bring the elegance of traditional jali architecture to your home. Local artisans take two rectangular pieces of natural bone, diligently... read more$14.99Artist: Arti Sharma
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Mughal Delight
Beaded Ebony Wood Necklace with Hand Carved Leaf Pendant
Mughal Delight, Beaded Ebony Wood Necklace with Hand Carved Leaf Pendant
Length: 24.5"
Chander Kant
Inspired by the splendor of traditional jali architecture from the Mughal Empire, Indian artisan Chander Kant designs a beaded necklace with a beautiful pendant of hand-carved ebony wood. The pendant... read more$23.99Artist: Chander Kant
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Elephant Revelations
Wood flower necklace
Elephant Revelations, Wood flower necklace
Length: 25"
Chander Kant
Chander Kant masterfully carves the pendant on this necklace from a single piece of kadam wood. Kant reveals the presence of an elephant within the pendant, behind the florid openwork known in India... read more$59.99Artist: Chander Kant
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Elephant Realm
Fair Trade Jewelry Wood Necklace from India
Elephant Realm, Fair Trade Jewelry Wood Necklace from India
Length: 25"
Chander Kant
Symbolizing strength and wisdom, an elephant parades through the Indian jungle with elegant confidence in a necklace by Chander Kant. He hand-carves the kadam wood pendant with admirable detail... read more$34.99Artist: Chander Kant
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Violet Jali Disc
Sterling Silver Amethyst Dangle Earrings from India
Violet Jali Disc, Sterling Silver Amethyst Dangle Earrings from India
Length: 1.4" x 0.8" W x 0.3" D
Bhavesh
This pair of sterling silver earrings features over 4 carats of violet-colored amethyst stones. Indian artist Bhavesh surrounds the stones with hand crafted sterling silver jali motifs reminiscent of... read more$29.99Artist: Bhavesh
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Crimson Jali Disc
Hand Made Sterling Silver Garnet Dangle Earrings from India
Crimson Jali Disc, Hand Made Sterling Silver Garnet Dangle Earrings from India
Length: 1.4" x 0.8" W x 0.3" D
Bhavesh
This pair of sterling silver earrings features 6 carats of red garnet stones. Indian artist Bhavesh surrounds the stones with hand crafted sterling silver jali motifs reminiscent of latticework from... read more$29.99Artist: Bhavesh
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Lacy Loops
Lacy Sterling Handcrafted Circle Earrings
Lacy Loops, Lacy Sterling Handcrafted Circle Earrings
Length: 1.7" x 1" W x 0.4" D
Arunima
Open circles reveal a lacy mesh motif in a scintillating earrings design. Exquisitely handcrafted of sterling silver, the earrings come from Arunima in India.
.925 Sterling silver$29.99Artist: Arunima
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Playful Elephants
India Jali Jewelry Hand Crafted Beaded Necklace
Playful Elephants, India Jali Jewelry Hand Crafted Beaded Necklace
Length: 25"
Chander Kant
Symbolizing strength and wisdom, elephants relax and play in a necklace by Chander Kant. He hand-carves the kadam wood pendant with admirable detail, featuring India's legendary jali openwork in the... read more$29.99Artist: Chander Kant
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Elephant Shadow
Hand Made Indian Floral Wood Pendant Necklace
Elephant Shadow, Hand Made Indian Floral Wood Pendant Necklace
Length: 25"
Chander Kant
Chander Kant masterfully carves the pendant on this necklace from a single piece of kadam wood. Kant reveals the shadow of an elephant within the pendant, behind the florid openwork known in India as... read more$27.99Artist: Chander Kant
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Jali Stars
Artisan Crafted Sterling Silver Indian Jali Motif Band Ring
Jali Stars, Artisan Crafted Sterling Silver Indian Jali Motif Band Ring
US Ring Size: 5,7,9
Bhavesh
Inspired by intricate architectural facades with net-like openwork, jali is a traditional style of decoration in India. Following in the footsteps of his father, Bhavesh designs this band ring with... read more$23.99Artist: Bhavesh
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Playful Birds
Handcrafted Wood Jali Necklace
Playful Birds, Handcrafted Wood Jali Necklace
Length: 25"
Chander Kant
Playful birds flit between florid branches in the endearing design of this necklace by Chander Kant. He carves the kadam wood pendant by hand with exquisite detail featuring the legendary Indian... read more$23.99Artist: Chander Kant
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Owl Romance
India Wood Jewelry Hand Crafted Necklace
Owl Romance, India Wood Jewelry Hand Crafted Necklace
Length: 25"
Chander Kant
Owls huddle close in the design of this necklace by Chander Kant. He carves the kadam wood pendant by hand with exquisite detail featuring the legendary Indian openwork style known as jali. The... read more$39.99Artist: Chander Kant
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Parrot Romance
Artisan Crafted Wood Beaded Necklace from India
Parrot Romance, Artisan Crafted Wood Beaded Necklace from India
Length: 25"
Chander Kant
The courtship between parrots inspires the design of this necklace by Chander Kant. He carves the kadam wood pendant by hand with exquisite detail featuring the legendary Indian openwork style known... read more$27.99Artist: Chander Kant
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Jali Dewdrop
India Jali Handcrafted Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings
Jali Dewdrop, India Jali Handcrafted Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings
Length: 1.6" x 0.3" W x 0.2" D
Arunima
Exquisitely handcrafted of sterling silver, these earrings evoke elongated dewdrops. Arunima presents a classic design that showcases India's traditional jali openwork. .925 Sterling silver... read more$39.99Artist: Arunima
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Jali Stars
Artisan Crafted 925 Silver Indian Jali Motif Cuff Bracelet
Jali Stars, Artisan Crafted 925 Silver Indian Jali Motif Cuff Bracelet
Size: 5.75" L (end to end) x 0.4" W
Bhavesh
Inspired by intricate architectural facades with net-like openwork, jali is a traditional style of decoration in India. Following in the footsteps of his father, Bhavesh designs this bracelet with... read more$39.99Artist: Bhavesh
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Elephant Jali
Jali Pattern Sterling Silver Elephant Pendant Necklace
Elephant Jali, Jali Pattern Sterling Silver Elephant Pendant Necklace
Length: 20"
Narayannii
Crafted from sterling silver with intricate jali work that evokes traditional Indian architecture, a bold elephant forms the pendant of this necklace. Narayannii presents this accessory.$39.99Artist: Narayannii
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Floral Basket
Floral Theme Handcrafted Sterling Silver Earrings from India
Floral Basket, Floral Theme Handcrafted Sterling Silver Earrings from India
Length: 1.5" x 0.6" W x 0.2" D
Arunima
Evoking baskets filled with flowers, these delightful earrings showcase India's traditional jali openwork. Arunima presents a very feminine earring design that is handcrafted of sterling silver. .925... read more$29.99Artist: Arunima
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Mughal Enchantress Medallion
Jali Jewelry Ebony Wood Beaded Necklace
Mughal Enchantress Medallion, Jali Jewelry Ebony Wood Beaded Necklace
Length: 24.5"
Chander Kant
Chander Kant transforms the beauty of ebony into a necklace of natural elegance. He intricately carves the medallion by hand, featuring a florid mosaic underscored by the legendary Indian openwork... read more$23.99Artist: Chander Kant
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Jali Leaf
Handcrafted India Jali Art Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings
Jali Leaf, Handcrafted India Jali Art Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings
Length: 2" x 0.3" W x 0.1" D
Arunima
Beautiful handcrafted of sterling silver, these earrings evoke elongated leaves that rustle in the breeze. Arunima presents a lovely design that showcases India's traditional jali openwork. .925... read more$29.99Artist: Arunima
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Mughal Enchantress Diamond
Ebony Wood Necklace Hand Carved Jewelry from India
Mughal Enchantress Diamond, Ebony Wood Necklace Hand Carved Jewelry from India
Length: 25"
Chander Kant
Chander Kant transforms the beauty of ebony into a necklace of natural elegance. He intricately carves the rhombus pendant by hand, featuring a florid mosaic underscored by the legendary Indian... read more$25.99Artist: Chander Kant
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Mughal Mystique
Ebony wood necklace
Mughal Mystique, Ebony wood necklace
Length: 25"
Chander Kant
India's Chander Kant transforms the natural beauty of ebony into a necklace of organic elegance. He intricately carves the rectangular pendant by hand, featuring a florid mosaic underscored by the... read more$29.99Artist: Chander Kant
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Love Takes Wing
Hand Carved Wood Necklace from India Jewelry Collection
Love Takes Wing, Hand Carved Wood Necklace from India Jewelry Collection
Length: 25"
Chander Kant
The courtship of lovebirds inspires the design of this necklace by Chander Kant. He carves the kadam wood pendant by hand with exquisite detail featuring the legendary Indian openwork style known as... read more$29.99Artist: Chander Kant
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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 Jali Jewelry
Hand carved wood necklace, 'Elephant Fortune'





By Sonia
Pendent
It is an amazing work of art. I could see the talent and paciency this artesian has at the moment this piece was in my hand. It is a work of wisdon. I am very happy. Sonia
Wood pendant necklace, 'Elephant Realm'





By Robert
Beautiful craftmanship
This item is as much a piece of art as it is wearable jewelry. The details are amazing. Proud to own it. Thank you.
Wood flower necklace, 'Elephant Shadow'





By Anne
Much Admired
This necklace is truly a work of art. I bought one myself sometime back and on this occasion bought one as a special gift. Chandler, your talent is unbelievable.
Featured Artist




Chander Kant Wood jewelry
"Carving has been a family tradition passed on from one generation to another. Dad taught me at the family workshop, but formally speaking, my grandfather was my teacher."