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Mediterranean Shell
Sterling Silver Seashell Pendant Necklace from Mexico
Mediterranean Shell, Sterling Silver Seashell Pendant Necklace from Mexico
Length: 17.75"
Oscar Figueroa Escorcia
Gleaming with intricate patterns, a sterling silver seashell forms the pendant of this necklace from Mexico. Oscar Figueroa Escorcia designs the necklace, which carries on the tradition of Taxco... read more$39.99$35.99Artist: Oscar Figueroa Escorcia
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True North
Leather Braided Cord Bracelet with a Sterling Silver Compass
True North, Leather Braided Cord Bracelet with a Sterling Silver Compass
Size: 0.1" H x 0.7" Diam.
Henry Anthony Sanny
Henry Anthony Sanny pays homage to the unwavering accuracy of the compass in this handsome bracelet. Two bands of braided dark brown leather surround the wrist. Sterling silver elements anchor each... read more$89.95Artist: Henry Anthony Sanny
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Gleaming Octopuses
Rainbow Moonstone Octopus Dangle Earrings from Bali
Gleaming Octopuses, Rainbow Moonstone Octopus Dangle Earrings from Bali
Length: 1.3" x 0.7" W x 0.2" D
Suar Dwipayana
Crafted of sterling silver with intricate shapes, two octopuses grace the ears in this pair of dangle earrings from Bali. Suar Dwipayana designs the earrings, which feature natural rainbow moonstone... read more$44.99$40.49Artist: Suar Dwipayana
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Sea Turtle Bliss
Sterling Silver Sea Turtle Stud Earrings from Thailand
Sea Turtle Bliss, Sterling Silver Sea Turtle Stud Earrings from Thailand
Length: 0.4" x 0.4" W
Wadarat Supasirisuk
Gleaming with an artistic combination of finishes, two sea turtles adorn the ears. Wadarat Supasirisuk presents these stud earrings from Thailand, crafted by local artisans.$23.99$21.59Artist: Wadarat Supasirisuk
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Seashore Shells
Seashell-Shaped Amethyst Dangle Earrings from Bali
Seashore Shells, Seashell-Shaped Amethyst Dangle Earrings from Bali
Length: 1.2" x 0.6" W x 0.2" D
Komang Wijayana
Crafted from sterling silver, two seashells are elegant in their radiance. Komang Wijayana presents this pair of Balinese dangle earrings, showcasing petite gemstones of glittering amethyst.$34.99$31.49Artist: Komang Wijayana
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Tiny Turtles
Thai Artisan Handcrafted Sterling Silver Turtle Earrings
Tiny Turtles, Thai Artisan Handcrafted Sterling Silver Turtle Earrings
Length: 0.4" x 0.4" W
Lalana
Petite sea turtles swim swiftly in a tropical sea. Handcrafted of sterling silver, they become unique earrings by Lalana in Thailand.$23.99$21.59Artist: Lalana
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Beneath the Waves
Sterling Silver Octopus Pendant Necklace from Mexico
Beneath the Waves, Sterling Silver Octopus Pendant Necklace from Mexico
Length: 17.75"
Oscar Figueroa Escorcia
Crafted of sterling silver with a high-polish finish, a friendly octopus spreads its tentacles in the pendant of this necklace from Mexico. Oscar Figueroa Escorcia, who works with a passion for... read more$49.99$44.99Artist: Oscar Figueroa Escorcia
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Sea Wind
Cultured pearl pendant necklace
Sea Wind, Cultured pearl pendant necklace
Length: 16.25"
Zayd Makarim
Evoking a majestic ship's wheel, Zayd Makarim shapes a pendant of elegant symmetry. Pearls surround it with pristine perfection. "My inspiration is our island life in Bali," he says.... read more$354.99$319.49Artist: Zayd Makarim
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Stars of the Canaries
Taxco Sterling Silver Starfish Drop Earrings from Mexico
Stars of the Canaries, Taxco Sterling Silver Starfish Drop Earrings from Mexico
Length: 1.3" x 1.2" W x 0.1" D
Oscar Figueroa Escorcia
Inspired by the starfish at the Canary Islands, Mexican artisan Oscar Figueroa Escorcia designs a pair of drop earrings that carries on the tradition of Taxco silversmithing. Two starfish with... read more$47.99$43.19Artist: Oscar Figueroa Escorcia
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Setting Sail
925 Silver Nautical Stud Earrings Handcrafted in Thailand
Setting Sail, 925 Silver Nautical Stud Earrings Handcrafted in Thailand
Length: 0.4" x 0.4" W
Lalana
Lalana selects a nautical theme for these original stud earrings. Working in sterling silver, she depicts both a shining anchor and a ship's wheel. The handcrafted pair is perfect for the boating... read more$14.99$13.49Artist: Lalana
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Sea Star
Cultured Freshwater Pearl and Silver Starfish Charm Bracelet
Sea Star, Cultured Freshwater Pearl and Silver Starfish Charm Bracelet
Length: 7.75"
Cahya Krisna
Four oval cultured freshwater pearls float gracefully next to a cute starfish in this pretty charm bracelet from Bali. Artisan Cahya Krisna crafts the design by hand from sterling silver, closing the... read more$59.99$53.99Artist: Cahya Krisna
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Dolphin Circle
Sterling Silver Dolphin Dangle Earrings from Thailand
Dolphin Circle, Sterling Silver Dolphin Dangle Earrings from Thailand
Length: 1.2" x 0.6" W
Wadarat Supasirisuk
Framed by gleaming circles, a pod of dolphins swims through ocean waters in this pair of dangle earrings from Thailand. Presented by Wadarat Supasirisuk, these eaerrings are crafted of sterling silver... read more$37.99$34.19Artist: Wadarat Supasirisuk
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Musical Anchor
Music-Themed Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace from Thailand
Musical Anchor, Music-Themed Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace from Thailand
Length: 18"
Sarote Lochotinunt
Crafted in the shape of a treble clef that wraps itself around an anchor, the pendant of this necklace combines a love for music with a love for the sea. Sarote Lochotinunt designs this Thai... read more$39.99$35.99Artist: Sarote Lochotinunt
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Mysterious Sea
Nautical Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings Crafted in Peru
Mysterious Sea, Nautical Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings Crafted in Peru
Length: 2.2" x 0.6" W x 0.1" D
Carmen Anocibar
Resembling coral from the sea, these sterling silver earrings are crafted with intricate and beautiful openwork, accentuated by a finish that captures the light. Peru's Carmen Anocibar designs these... read more$77.99$70.19Artist: Carmen Anocibar
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Daylight Shells
Sterling Silver Daylight Seashells Hoop Earrings
Daylight Shells, Sterling Silver Daylight Seashells Hoop Earrings
Length: 0.7" x 0.3" W x 0.8" D
Nyoman Rena
The glistening of Balinese seashells washed upon the beach is captured with these gorgeous hoops. Handcrafted by Nyoman Rena, the earrings take shape in sterling silver with a lustrous a high polish... read more$39.99$35.99Artist: Nyoman Rena
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Delightful Starfish
Cultured Pearl and Silver Starfish Dangle Earrings
Delightful Starfish, Cultured Pearl and Silver Starfish Dangle Earrings
Length: 1.2" x 0.6" W
Matta
Crafted of Karen hill tribe silver with a combination of finishes and textures, two delightful starfish dangle from the ears in a pair of earrings from Thailand. Matta creates the earrings, adding a... read more$34.99$31.49Artist: Matta
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Sweet Coral
Taxco Sterling Silver Coral Pendant Necklace from Mexico
Sweet Coral, Taxco Sterling Silver Coral Pendant Necklace from Mexico
Length: 19.75" x 0.1" W
Oscar Figueroa Escorcia
Crafted of sterling silver, a sweet piece of coral forms the pendant of this necklace. Mexico's Oscar Figueroa Escorcia works with a passion for preserving the Taxco silversmithing traditions as he... read more$67.99$61.19Artist: Oscar Figueroa Escorcia
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Black Anchor
Anchor Motif Bone Stud Earrings from Bali
Black Anchor, Anchor Motif Bone Stud Earrings from Bali
Length: 0.4" x 0.4" W x 0.1" D
Made Wardika
Designed by Made Wardika in Bali, these stud earrings will add a nautical touch to your wardrobe. Framed by sterling silver, circles of white bone feature anchor motifs that are inlaid in black bone... read more$25.99$23.39Artist: Made Wardika
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In the Lake
Handblown Art Glass Turtle Pendant Necklace from Costa Rica
In the Lake, Handblown Art Glass Turtle Pendant Necklace from Costa Rica
Length: 14"
Guisselle Mora
Delicately blown by hand from glass, a lovely turtle evokes relaxing days on the lake. Costa Rican artisan Guisselle Mora crafts this lovely pendant necklace, featuring tiny little bubbles that are... read more$59.99$53.99Artist: Guisselle Mora
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Nautical Pearls
Sterling Silver Nautical Wheel Dangle Earrings
Nautical Pearls, Sterling Silver Nautical Wheel Dangle Earrings
Length: 1.6" x 1" W x 0.2" D
Zayd Makarim
Bali's Zayd Makarim offers this pair of dangle earrings that start as half hoops on posts. The hoops are adorned with traditional Balinese swirls and oxidized for contrast before linking to sterling... read more$99.99$89.99Artist: Zayd Makarim
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The Whale
Whale-Themed Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace from Thailand
The Whale, Whale-Themed Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace from Thailand
Length: 18"
Jantana
Within a circular frame, the tail of a whale rises above ocean waves in the pendant of this necklace from Thailand. Jantana creates the necklace, crafted of sterling silver with a gleaming... read more$39.99$35.99Artist: Jantana
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Estoraque Anchor
Estoraque Wood Anchor Pendant Necklace from Costa Rica
Estoraque Anchor, Estoraque Wood Anchor Pendant Necklace from Costa Rica
Length: 14"
Milagro Cascante
Costa Rican artisan Milagro Cascante creates this nautical pendant necklace. Centering an adjustable length of cotton cord, a bold anchor is hand-carved from a beautiful piece of natural estoraque... read more$23.99$21.59Artist: Milagro Cascante
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Starfish Love
Beaded Cultured Freshwater Pearl Garnet Starfish Bracelet
Starfish Love, Beaded Cultured Freshwater Pearl Garnet Starfish Bracelet
Length: 8.5"
Matta
Matta pays homage to the sea in this exquisite bracelet. Natural pearls are paired with garnet beads which form the band, while a hill tribe silver starfish charm dangles below. The charm exhibits the... read more$39.99$35.99Artist: Matta
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Whale Waves
Bone Pendant Necklace with Swirl Motifs from Bali
Whale Waves, Bone Pendant Necklace with Swirl Motifs from Bali
Length: 14.25"
Made Wardika
Carved by hand of bone, the majestic tail of a whale morphs into swirling wave designs. The nautical pendant centers an adjustable length of leather cord for an entrancing necklace. Bali's Made... read more$14.99$13.49Artist: Made Wardika
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Gurita Reef
Cultured Pearl Octopus Pendant Necklace Crafted in Bali
Gurita Reef, Cultured Pearl Octopus Pendant Necklace Crafted in Bali
Length: 20"
Desi Antari
Crowned by a glowing white cultured pearl, a sterling silver octopus lets its limbs dangle in the pendant of this necklace. Desi Antari designs the necklace, circling the neck with a sterling rope... read more$69.99$62.99Artist: Desi Antari
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Conacaste Dolphin
Conacaste Wood Dolphin Pendant Necklace from Costa Rica
Conacaste Dolphin, Conacaste Wood Dolphin Pendant Necklace from Costa Rica
Length: 14"
Milagro Cascante
Hand-carved from a single piece of beautiful conacaste wood, a dolphin leaps elegantly, forming the pendant of this necklace from Costa Rica. Milagro Cascante designs and crafts this pendant necklace... read more$19.99$17.99Artist: Milagro Cascante
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Whale Twins
Sterling Silver Whale Button Earrings from Thailand
Whale Twins, Sterling Silver Whale Button Earrings from Thailand
Length: 0.2" x 0.6" W
Wadarat Supasirisuk
Presented by Wadarat Supasirisuk, these button earrings are perfect for the animal or ocean lover. Two whale twins are crafted of sterling silver, accentuated by a combination of finishes.$23.99$21.59Artist: Wadarat Supasirisuk
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Seashore Shells
Seashell-Shaped Citrine Dangle Earrings from Bali
Seashore Shells, Seashell-Shaped Citrine Dangle Earrings from Bali
Length: 1.2" x 0.6" W x 0.2" D
Komang Wijayana
Crafted from sterling silver, two seashells are elegant in their radiance. Komang Wijayana presents this pair of Balinese dangle earrings, showcasing petite gemstones of glittering citrine.$29.99$26.99Artist: Komang Wijayana
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Estoraque Dolphin
Estoraque Wood Dolphin Pendant Necklace from Costa Rica
Estoraque Dolphin, Estoraque Wood Dolphin Pendant Necklace from Costa Rica
Length: 14"
Milagro Cascante
Hand-carved from a single piece of beautiful estoraque wood, a dolphin leaps elegantly, forming the pendant of this necklace from Costa Rica. Milagro Cascante designs and crafts this pendant necklace... read more$19.99$17.99Artist: Milagro Cascante
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Hill Tribe Conch
Karen Silver Beaded Bracelet with Conch Charm from Thailand
Hill Tribe Conch, Karen Silver Beaded Bracelet with Conch Charm from Thailand
Length: 7"
Siranya
Handcrafted from silver by Karen hill tribe artisans, a conch shell charm dangles at the center of this bracelet from Thailand. Siranya designs this bracelet, which circles the wrist with Karen silver... read more$37.99$34.19Artist: Siranya
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Sanur Fish
Sterling Silver Fish Stud Earrings from Bali
Sanur Fish, Sterling Silver Fish Stud Earrings from Bali
Length: 0.2" x 0.3" W x 0.1" D
Anya
Named after Sanur, a popular beach in Bali, these nautical stud earrings are designed and crafted by Anya. She works with sterling silver, handcrafting two petite fish that adorn the ears. Intricate... read more$25.99$23.39Artist: Anya
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Circle of Waves
Wave Design Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace from Thailand
Circle of Waves, Wave Design Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace from Thailand
Length: 18"
Sarote Lochotinunt
A circular shape is filled with the image of swirling, crashing waves that are crafted of sterling silver with elegant openwork. Centering a length of box chain, the pendant is designed by Thai... read more$49.99$44.99Artist: Sarote Lochotinunt
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Bright Shells
Seashell 22k Gold Plated Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings
Bright Shells, Seashell 22k Gold Plated Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings
Length: 1.1" x 0.6" W x 0" D
Bhavya Jain
Capturing the light, gleaming seashells are crafted of 22k gold plated sterling silver in a pair of dangle earrings from India. Bhavya Jain creates the lovely earrings, accentuating their design with... read more$39.99$35.99Artist: Bhavya Jain
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Quina Anchor
Quina Wood Anchor Pendant Necklace from Costa Rica
Quina Anchor, Quina Wood Anchor Pendant Necklace from Costa Rica
Length: 14"
Milagro Cascante
Costa Rican artisan Milagro Cascante creates this nautical pendant necklace. Centering an adjustable length of cotton cord, a bold anchor is hand-carved from a beautiful piece of natural quina wood.$23.99$21.59Artist: Milagro Cascante
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Anchor Me
Onyx Beaded Stretch Bracelet with Nautical Anchor Charm
Anchor Me, Onyx Beaded Stretch Bracelet with Nautical Anchor Charm
Size: 7.5" Inner Circ. x 0.3" W
Asmara Putra
Ideal for an everyday look, this charming stretch bracelet comes from talented Balinese artisan Asmara Putra. The attractive accessory features shiny round beads of onyx interspersed with floral... read more$37.99$30.39Artist: Asmara Putra
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White Starfish Love
Cultured Pearl Garnet Hill Tribe Silver Starfish Bracelet
White Starfish Love, Cultured Pearl Garnet Hill Tribe Silver Starfish Bracelet
Length: 8.75"
Matta
Matta captures the allure of the sea in this stylish bracelet. The band is comprised of white cultured pearls and tiny garnets, while a 950 starfish charm dangles below. The charm bears the marks of... read more$39.99$35.99Artist: Matta
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Full Sail
Handcrafted Sterling Silver Sailboat Button Earrings
Full Sail, Handcrafted Sterling Silver Sailboat Button Earrings
Length: 0.4" x 0.5" W x 0" D
Roy Vindas
Roy Vindas says his earrings embody the saying "to go where the wind takes us!" The Costa Rican artisan handcrafts these sterling silver sailboat earrings with full, billowing sails.$39.99$35.99Artist: Roy Vindas
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Jobillo Dolphin
Jobillo Wood Dolphin Pendant Necklace from Costa Rica
Jobillo Dolphin, Jobillo Wood Dolphin Pendant Necklace from Costa Rica
Length: 14"
Milagro Cascante
Hand-carved from a single piece of beautiful jobillo wood, a dolphin leaps elegantly, forming the pendant of this necklace from Costa Rica. Milagro Cascante designs and crafts this pendant necklace... read more$19.99$17.99Artist: Milagro Cascante
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Gray Whale
Whale Pendant Necklace Crafted in Bali
Gray Whale, Whale Pendant Necklace Crafted in Bali
Length: 18"
Made Wardika
Carved by hand from bone, a stunning gray whale combines its elegance with the curl of an ocean wave. Balinese artisan Made Wardika creates this pendant necklace, which circles the neck with... read more$19.99$17.99Artist: Made Wardika
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Anchor of Hope in Pistachio
Sterling Silver Anchor Bracelet with Green Cotton Cords
Anchor of Hope in Pistachio, Sterling Silver Anchor Bracelet with Green Cotton Cords
Length: 7"
Neetu Barathi
This nautical-themed unisex pendant bracelet is designed by India's Neetu Barathi. Bridging pistachio green cords, a polished sterling silver pendant is shaped like an anchor. In addition to their... read more$29.99$23.99Artist: Neetu Barathi
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Anchor of Hope in Brown
Brown Cotton Cord and Sterling Silver Anchor Bracelet
Anchor of Hope in Brown, Brown Cotton Cord and Sterling Silver Anchor Bracelet
Length: 7"
Neetu Barathi
This nautical-themed unisex pendant bracelet is designed by India's Neetu Barathi. Bridging brown cords, a polished sterling silver pendant is shaped like an anchor. In addition to their association... read more$29.99$23.99Artist: Neetu Barathi
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Bright Shells
Seashell-Shaped Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings from India
Bright Shells, Seashell-Shaped Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings from India
Length: 1.1" x 0.6" W x 0.1" D
Bhavya Jain
Capturing the light, gleaming seashells are crafted of sterling silver in a pair of dangle earrings from India. Bhavya Jain creates the lovely earrings, accentuating their design with a combination of... read more$23.99$21.59Artist: Bhavya Jain
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Sanur Seahorse
Sterling Silver Seahorse Stud Earrings from Bali
Sanur Seahorse, Sterling Silver Seahorse Stud Earrings from Bali
Length: 0.4" x 0.2" W x 0.1" D
Anya
Named after Sanur, a popular beach in Bali, these nautical stud earrings are designed and crafted by Anya. She works with sterling silver, handcrafting two petite seahorses that adorn the ears.... read more$25.99$20.79Artist: Anya
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Nautical Anchor
Ebony Wood Anchor Pendant Necklace from Ghana
Nautical Anchor, Ebony Wood Anchor Pendant Necklace from Ghana
Length: 19.75"
Abdulai Osman Adam
Diligently hand-carved of natural, dark ebony wood, a nautical anchor forms the pendant of this necklace from Ghana. Working with local artisans, Adbulai Osman Adam designs the necklace, centering a... read more$23.99$21.59Artist: Abdulai Osman Adam
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Buddha's Wheel
Nautical Cultured Pearl Pendant Necklace from Bali
Buddha's Wheel, Nautical Cultured Pearl Pendant Necklace from Bali
Length: 18"
Zayd Makarim
Resembling a ship's wheel, the pendant of this necklace is crafted from sterling silver, detailed with intricate "Buddha's curl" patterns. Balinese artisan Zayd Makarim creates this... read more$189.99$170.99Artist: Zayd Makarim
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Sanur Anchors
Anchor Motif Sawo Wood Stud Earrings from Bali
Sanur Anchors, Anchor Motif Sawo Wood Stud Earrings from Bali
Length: 0.4" x 0.4" W x 0.2" D
Made Wardika
Working with sawo wood, Balinese artisan Made Wardika creates a fascinating pair of stud earrings. Each circular earring features the image of an anchor that is laser-cut into the surface. These... read more$14.99$13.49Artist: Made Wardika
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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 Nautical Jewelry
Cultured pearl pendant necklace, 'Buddha's Wheel'





By Les
fabulous!
This pendant is awesome. It is large and makes a bold statement on many outfits. He has earrings to match, it you want a set. Highly recommend!
Cultured freshwater pearl charm bracelet, 'Sea Star'





By Therese
Nice piece
Purchase this for a friend of mine who loves star fish I am sure she is going to be thrilled to receive it. I personally love it
Cultured pearl dangle earrings, 'Nautical Pearls'





By Les
Fantastic!
Oh my, these earrings are really something!!! Large, beautiful, metaphoric... they will help me steer my ship in the right direction, any day that I wear them. Thank you Zayd Makarim, for your beautiful work.
Featured Artist



Oscar Figueroa Escorcia Sterling silver jewelry
"My collections are based in the origin and traditions of our culture - some are entirely classic, while others also incorporate highly stylized elements."
“I now have more than 30 years as a jewelry designer; silverwork is iconic where I live in Taxco, Guerrero. I am very... read more