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Yellow Rainforest Drop
Golden Yellow Glass Leaf Pendant Necklace with Cord
Yellow Rainforest Drop, Golden Yellow Glass Leaf Pendant Necklace with Cord
Length: 18"
Gerty Schlager
Fused inside crystal clear leaves, golden yellow graces this art glass leaf pendant by Gerty Schlager. The design is inspired by the rain forest that envelopes Costa Rica, the artisan's homeland. She... read more$69.99Artist: Gerty Schlager
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Seaside
Layered Glass and Leather Pendant Necklace from Brazil
Seaside, Layered Glass and Leather Pendant Necklace from Brazil
Size: 27" Inner Circ.
Silvana and Joao Alexandre
The sandy beige of seaside dunes combines with the blue of the ocean in this necklace from Brazil. Brazilian duo Silvana and João Alexandre craft the pendant with a panel of fused glass that displays... read more
(24)
$39.99Artist: Silvana and Joao Alexandre
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Pieces of the Sea
Fused Glass and Leather Necklace
Pieces of the Sea, Fused Glass and Leather Necklace
Size: 28.5" Inner Circ.
Silvana and Joao Alexandre
Artisan couple Silvana and João Alexandre in Brazil create this beautiful long pendant necklace, combining complementary materials for a fantastic result. Pieces of fused glass in azure and sea green... read more
(24)
$39.99Artist: Silvana and Joao Alexandre
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Heart of Color
Handmade Fused Glass Heart Necklace
Heart of Color, Handmade Fused Glass Heart Necklace
Length: 15"
Fabiola Quevedo
With the look of a carefully-assembled puzzle, this necklace is sure to steal your heart. Mexico's Fabiola Quevedo creates the multicolored pendant with fused glass techniques. A faux suede cord... read more
(5)
$57.99Artist: Fabiola Quevedo
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In the Lagoon
Blue and Yellow Art Glass Sea Turtle Pendant Necklace
In the Lagoon, Blue and Yellow Art Glass Sea Turtle Pendant Necklace
Length: 14"
Guisselle Mora
Delicately blown by hand from glass, a lovely sea turtle in blue, yellow, and green evokes relaxing days on a lagoon. Costa Rican artisan Guisselle Mora crafts this lovely pendant, which reveals tiny... read more
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$59.99Artist: Guisselle Mora
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Starry Dreams in Blue
Blue Recycled Glass Pendant Necklace from Costa Rica
Starry Dreams in Blue, Blue Recycled Glass Pendant Necklace from Costa Rica
Length: 12"
Clara Ramirez
Battling multiple osteoarthritis, Costa Rican artisan Clara Ramirez creates eco-friendly jewelry pieces of unparalleled beauty. She selects recycled glass in a blue hue to create a wavy pendant, which... read more
(6)
$39.99Artist: Clara Ramirez
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Sunny Butterfly
Yellow Fused Glass Butterfly Necklace
Sunny Butterfly, Yellow Fused Glass Butterfly Necklace
Length: 29"
Fabiola Quevedo
Fused glass artisan Fabiola Quevedo in Mexico creates this lovely pendant necklace. The yellow and blue butterfly pendant centers a long sterling silver chain.
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$69.99Artist: Fabiola Quevedo
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Layers of Ocean
Blue and Brown Glass and Leather Pendant Necklace
Layers of Ocean, Blue and Brown Glass and Leather Pendant Necklace
Size: 28" Inner Circ.
Silvana and Joao Alexandre
Layers of the ocean in hues of brown, blue, and white decorate the pendant of this necklace from Brazil. Artisan duo Silvana and João Alexandre create this necklace, handcrafting the pendant from... read more
(24)
$39.99Artist: Silvana and Joao Alexandre
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Cute Sloth
Handblown Glass Sloth Pendant Necklace from Costa Rica
Cute Sloth, Handblown Glass Sloth Pendant Necklace from Costa Rica
Length: 14"
Guisselle Mora
Hanging happily from cotton cord, a charming sloth is handblown with a pipette and torch. Handcrafted by Costa Rican artisan Guisselle Mora, the pendant has tiny air bubbles characteristic of... read more
(34)
$59.99Artist: Guisselle Mora
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In the Ocean
Art Glass Sea Turtle Pendant Necklace from Costa Rica
In the Ocean, Art Glass Sea Turtle Pendant Necklace from Costa Rica
Length: 14"
Guisselle Mora
Delicately blown by hand from glass, a sea turtle evokes relaxing days by the ocean. Costa Rican artisan Guisselle Mora crafts this lovely pendant, featuring tiny little bubbles that are created from... read more
(34)
$59.99Artist: Guisselle Mora
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Heart of Silver
Silver Heart Dichroic Glass Necklace
Heart of Silver, Silver Heart Dichroic Glass Necklace
Length: 32.5"
Fabiola Quevedo
A heart of silver, subtly edged with blue, makes a fabulous necklace by Mexico's Fabiola Quevedo. The pendant is crafted with dichroic glass techniques and centers a long faux suede cord. Each piece... read more
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$69.99Artist: Fabiola Quevedo
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Glowing Sun
Yellow-Orange Art Glass Pendant Necklace from Brazil
Glowing Sun, Yellow-Orange Art Glass Pendant Necklace from Brazil
Length: 18"
Silvana and Joao Alexandre
In the yellow-orange color of the sun, a circular pendant is handcrafted from molded glass. Brazilian artisans Silvana and João Alexandre create this necklace, worn on a cord of brown leather that... read more
(24)
$39.99Artist: Silvana and Joao Alexandre
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Red Eclipse
Red Glass and Leather Pendant Necklace from Brazil
Red Eclipse, Red Glass and Leather Pendant Necklace from Brazil
Size: 27.5" Inner Circ.
Silvana and Joao Alexandre
Centering a long strand of leather cord, two planetary bodies form a contemporary composition in this statement necklace from Brazil. Silvana and João Alexandre create it with two circular pendants —... read more
(24)
$44.99Artist: Silvana and Joao Alexandre
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Circular Modernity
Black and White Art Glass and Leather Pendant Necklace
Circular Modernity, Black and White Art Glass and Leather Pendant Necklace
Size: 27.5" Inner Circ. x 0.2" W
Silvana and Joao Alexandre
For a modern aesthetic, this pendant necklace features two simple circles of black and white. Brazilian duo Silvana and João Alexandre craft the bold pendants from art glass. They center leather cord.
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$49.99Artist: Silvana and Joao Alexandre
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Waves of Fire
Orange Glass and Leather Pendant Necklace from Brazil
Waves of Fire, Orange Glass and Leather Pendant Necklace from Brazil
Size: 27" Inner Circ.
Silvana and Joao Alexandre
Combining the rich orange fire with brown and light blue, this necklace evokes energy. Brazilian duo Silvana and João Alexandre create the pendant with fused glass that displays beautiful patterns and... read more
(24)
$49.99Artist: Silvana and Joao Alexandre
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Blue Rain Forest Drop
Dark Blue Glass Leaf Pendant Necklace with Ribbon
Blue Rain Forest Drop, Dark Blue Glass Leaf Pendant Necklace with Ribbon
Length: 18"
Gerty Schlager
Fused inside crystal clear leaves, golden yellow graces this art glass leaf pendant by Gerty Schlager. The design is inspired by the rain forest that envelopes Costa Rica, the artisan's homeland. She... read more$79.99Artist: Gerty Schlager
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Rising Moon
White Art Glass Disc Pendant Brown Leather Cord Necklace
Rising Moon, White Art Glass Disc Pendant Brown Leather Cord Necklace
Length: 17.75"
Silvana and Joao Alexandre
This necklace features a disc of white fused glass, evoking a full moon rising in the bight sky. Handcrafted by Silvana and João Alexandre of Brazil, the pendant hangs from a light brown leather cord.
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$39.99Artist: Silvana and Joao Alexandre
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Crystalline Deep Blue
Dark Blue Recycled Glass Pendant Necklace from Costa Rica
Crystalline Deep Blue, Dark Blue Recycled Glass Pendant Necklace from Costa Rica
Length: 16"
Clara Ramirez
Rising above multiple osteoarthritis, Costa Rica artisan Clara Ramirez creates eco-friendly jewelry full of wonder and beauty. This necklace circles the neck with adjustable black cord, which is... read more
(6)
$39.99Artist: Clara Ramirez
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Heart of Fuchsia
Handmade Fuchsia Glass Heart Necklace
Heart of Fuchsia, Handmade Fuchsia Glass Heart Necklace
Length: 32.5"
Fabiola Quevedo
A heart of fuchsia makes a fabulous pendant necklace from Fabiola Quevedo in Mexico. The pendant is crafted with dichroic glass techniques and centers a long sterling silver chain.
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$69.99Artist: Fabiola Quevedo
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Green Rain Forest Drop
Dark Green Art Glass Leaf Pendant Necklace with Braided Cord
Green Rain Forest Drop, Dark Green Art Glass Leaf Pendant Necklace with Braided Cord
Length: 24"
Gerty Schlager
Fused inside crystal clear leaves, emerald green is mesmerizing in this art glass leaf pendant by Gerty Schlager. The design is inspired by the rain forest that envelopes Costa Rica, the artisan's... read more$79.99Artist: Gerty Schlager
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Bright Angel
Handmade Art Glass Angel Necklace
Bright Angel, Handmade Art Glass Angel Necklace
Length: 12"
Angel Castellanos
This wonderful pendant necklace is designed by artisan Angel Castellanos in Costa Rica. The handmade art glass angel pendant in white and clear centers an adjustable waxed cotton cord.
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$39.99Artist: Angel Castellanos
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Olive Rain Forest Drop
Olive Green Glass Leaf Pendant Necklace with Ribbon
Olive Rain Forest Drop, Olive Green Glass Leaf Pendant Necklace with Ribbon
Length: 18"
Gerty Schlager
Fused inside crystal clear leaves, olive green graces this art glass leaf pendant by Gerty Schlager. The design is inspired by the rain forest that envelopes Costa Rica, the artisan's homeland. She... read more$79.99Artist: Gerty Schlager
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Heart of Glass
Swirled Glass Heart Pendant Necklace
Heart of Glass, Swirled Glass Heart Pendant Necklace
Length: 12"
Angel Castellanos
Wear your heart on your sleeve...or maybe around your neck instead. Angel Castellanos in Costa Rica creates this beautiful pendant necklace by hand from glass, centering the heart pendant on a black... read more
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$39.99Artist: Angel Castellanos
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Monstera Leaf
Art Glass Leaf Adjustable Pendant Necklace from Costa Rica
Monstera Leaf, Art Glass Leaf Adjustable Pendant Necklace from Costa Rica
Length: 13"
Rosario Ramirez
This necklace will make the perfect gift for your plant-obsessed friend. Rosario Ramirez handcrafts it with a fused glass monstera leaf pendant in bright green and golden tones and and adjustable... read more
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$47.99Artist: Rosario Ramirez
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Golden Dog
Art Glass Dog Pendant Necklace
Golden Dog, Art Glass Dog Pendant Necklace
Length: 12"
Angel Castellanos
This delightful pendant necklace is designed by artisan Angel Castellanos in Costa Rica. The handmade art glass dog pendant in swirling shades of yellow and orange centers an adjustable waxed cotton... read more
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$39.99Artist: Angel Castellanos
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Blue Leaf
Unique Fused Glass Leaf Necklace
Blue Leaf, Unique Fused Glass Leaf Necklace
Length: 13"
Rosario Ramirez
This one-of-a-kind pendant necklace is from Rosario Ramirez in Costa Rica. The artisan creates the leaf-shaped pendant from fused glass in rich shades of blue, teal and gold. The pendant centers an... read more
(21)
$49.99Artist: Rosario Ramirez
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Desert Layers
Handcrafted Glass Layered Pendant Necklace from Brazil
Desert Layers, Handcrafted Glass Layered Pendant Necklace from Brazil
Size: 27.5" Inner Circ.
Silvana and Joao Alexandre
Like the layers of the desert, brown, yellow, orange, and white are displayed one-by-one in the rectangular pendant of this statement necklace from Brazil. Silvana and João Alexandre design this... read more
(24)
$39.99Artist: Silvana and Joao Alexandre
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Emerald Rainforest Drop
Dark Green Glass Leaf Pendant Necklace with Braided Cord
Emerald Rainforest Drop, Dark Green Glass Leaf Pendant Necklace with Braided Cord
Length: 18"
Gerty Schlager
Bits of clear and emerald green glass are carefully fused together to form this leaf pendant, which hangs from a cotton ribbon. The design is inspired by the rain forest that covers Costa Rica, home... read more$69.99Artist: Gerty Schlager
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Green Dewdrop Leaf
Clear Drop Shaped Glass Pendant Necklace with Braided Cord
Green Dewdrop Leaf, Clear Drop Shaped Glass Pendant Necklace with Braided Cord
Length: 10"
Gerty Schlager
With this necklace, you can almost feel the damp, cool air of a tropical rain forest in the early morning as the fog slowly lifts. Gerty Schlager creates the unique effect through the careful fusing... read more$74.99Artist: Gerty Schlager
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Friendly Panda
Black and White Panda Pendant Necklace
Friendly Panda, Black and White Panda Pendant Necklace
Length: 12"
Angel Castellanos
This delightful pendant necklace is designed by artisan Angel Castellanos in Costa Rica. The handmade art glass panda pendant in black and white centers an adjustable waxed cotton cord.
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$39.99Artist: Angel Castellanos
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Blue Eclipse
Blue Art Glass and Leather Pendant Necklace from Brazil
Blue Eclipse, Blue Art Glass and Leather Pendant Necklace from Brazil
Size: 27.5" Inner Circ.
Silvana and Joao Alexandre
Centering a long leather cord, two planetary bodies form a contemporary composition in this statement necklace from Brazil. Silvana and João Alexandre create it with two circular pendants — one blue... read more
(24)
$44.99Artist: Silvana and Joao Alexandre
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Brown Ivy
Handcrafted Fused Glass Necklace
Brown Ivy, Handcrafted Fused Glass Necklace
Length: 13"
Rosario Ramirez
This one-of-a-kind pendant necklace is from Rosario Ramirez in Costa Rica. The artisan creates the leaf-shaped pendant from fused glass in rich shades of brown, red and gold. The pendant centers an... read more
(21)
$49.99Artist: Rosario Ramirez
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Trumpeting Blue Elephant
Hand Crafted Blue Elephant Glass Necklace
Trumpeting Blue Elephant, Hand Crafted Blue Elephant Glass Necklace
Length: 12"
Angel Castellanos
Inspired by the beauty of nature, Angel Castellanos in Costa Rica crafts this beautiful necklace. The elephant pendant is crafted from hand blown glass in swirling hues of blue. It centers a waxed... read more
(1)
$39.99Artist: Angel Castellanos
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(33 items)Welcome to our Art Glass Necklace Collection, each piece crafted by NOVICA artisans who carry on ancestral traditions in contemporary designs.
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The Village Council
Your answers straight from the village experts
How do I know if my necklace is handmade?
Handmade necklaces are incomparable works of wearable art. Each one is unique in shape, color, size and design. Artisans from across the globe offer their own distinctive style of craftsmanship. In India, the vibrant colored gemstones have become a signature fashion statement. Balinese jewelry is characterized by ornate sterling tendrils set with tiny silver spheres. In Brazil, womens necklaces are often sleek and contemporary, with gemstones chosen for their particular energies. Many jewelry designs from Bali and Central America feature hand-knotted macram, such as that used in Guatemalas popular friendship bracelets. Handmade finishes may show variations in metal patterns. No two natural gemstones share the same characteristics. Each necklace holds its own individualistic sense of beauty, making it evident that it was crafted by hand. Some even bear the artisans signature.
What makes a necklace eco-friendly?
Sustainable necklaces are designed with reusable materials, and each culture makes use of the objects and materials most readily at hand. For example, many Andean, Central American and Thai artists use repurposed wood. West African artisans use recycled paper, and beads of recycled glass or plastic. In Thailand, Mexico and Bali, coconut shells are often used. Indian artists sometimes repurpose silk from saris. And Brazilian artists collect discarded zippers and soda pop-tops to crochet into stunning, eco-friendly designs.
What are the classic techniques for making women’s necklaces?
Many artisans the world over work in lost wax. They sculpt the image they want in wax, encase it in a mold, and pour molten silver or gold into it. The wax melts and flows out, leaving only the precious metal. However some artisans in Peru specialize in handmade silver and gold filigree, and some Balinese necklaces feature chains that are handwoven from slender metal strands. Karen hill tribe artisans in Thailand often use manual tools to stamp decorative motifs on fine silver. Other techniques include macram, beaded or gemstone strands, hammered metals, and carved wood or bone.
What are the most common materials for making women’s necklaces?
Precious metals and natural gemstones are the most popular materials for women's necklaces. Silver, gold and brass all provide durability as well as beauty. Artisans also utilize local materials that can include coconut shells, bamboo, bright African print fabrics, ceramic beads, natural amber, carved bone and bull horn. Both Peru and Mexico have rich silver mines and silver is used for traditional jewelry as well as contemporary designs.
What is the best way to wear women’s necklaces?
Women's necklaces are versatile and come in many styles and lengths. They can be layered or worn alone as a statement piece. Many designs go with everything from jeans to office wear or an evening out on the town. The best thing about jewelry is that its a customizable form of expression that provides a sense of luxury and individuality.
What are the signs of a well-made necklace?
When assessing the workmanship of a necklace, its helpful to pay attention to certain characteristics. For example, quality necklaces are balanced designs that rest comfortably around the neck. Clasps are secure and work well, and gemstones and beads are properly set. The precious metals should be nicely finished, and beads should not be too tightly strung. Well-made necklaces reflect excellent craftsmanship and attractive materials.
Are there specific cultural symbols used in womens necklaces?
Each culture celebrates its rich jewelry-making history through specific symbols and styles. For example, traditional West African beads, which adorn many necklaces from the region, each have a story and a specific occasion when they are worn. Others may feature the Ghanian adinkra symbols, which convey popular wisdom. In ancient Andean civilizations, the leaders apparel and jewelry showed their rank and also incorporated religious symbols. Similarly, necklaces from Bali often depict deities from the Hindu pantheon. In India, a womans jewelry is linked to her status in society and may depict Hindu gods as well as mantra symbols such as the omkara, the root of all sounds and the emblem of the Most High. Angel necklaces and harmony ball necklaces are often worn by pregnant women in Bali and in Mexico. The pendant makes a delicate bell sound, thought to soothe the mother and the baby she is carrying. Some believe it summons a guardian angel, thus making it a symbol of loving protection.
Featured Reviews on Art Glass Necklaces
Art glass and leather pendant necklace, 'Pieces of the Sea'
By Lisa
Unusual and striking necklace of leather and art glass
This caught my eye because I love teal-colored items. I also love the design of the pendant. It is unusual, and I am enjoying wearing it.
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Art glass pendant necklace, 'Rising Moon'
By Jennifer
Full Moon
I am speechless. This piece is beautifully made. The leather work is as beautiful as the handmade glass. It doesnt go unnoticed. Simply gorgeous. Will purchase other pieces from Silvana and Joao Alexandre. OBRIGADA. Me levou de volta pra casa.
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Art glass and leather pendant necklace, 'Seaside'
By Kyle
Beautiful Necklace!
I bought this as a birthday gift for a dear friend who appreciates handmade funky jewelry. She absolutely loved the design, color, and chic simplicity of the necklace. It is very well and beautifully made. The added bonus is that my purchase was at a free trade price and helped to support an artisan in a developing country. This is just one of many purchases Ive made through Novica. Ive never been disappointed by the price, quality, and uniqueness of any item purchased.
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