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Rainbow Hummingbird
Heart-Shaped Marble Pendant Necklace
Rainbow Hummingbird, Heart-Shaped Marble Pendant Necklace
Length: 15.75"
Josefina and Cecilia
This wonderful pendant necklace is the original creation of Mexico's Josefina and Cecilia. They work with natural white marble, which has been carved into a heart-shaped pendant and painted by hand... read more$127.99$115.19Artist: Josefina and Cecilia
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Colibri
Hummingbird Motif Pendant Necklace
Colibri, Hummingbird Motif Pendant Necklace
Length: 15.75"
Josefina and Cecilia
This delightful pendant necklace is from Josefina and Cecilia in Mexico. The artisans hand-paint a colorful colibri or hummingbird on a smooth pebble of white marble. The pendant is accented with... read more$49.99$44.99Artist: Josefina and Cecilia
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Sacred Stone
Unique Modern Marble and Silver Necklace
Sacred Stone, Unique Modern Marble and Silver Necklace
Length: 17.75"
Carmen Anocibar
Mottled marble meets shining silver in a moment of sublime perfection. Exalting their contrast, Carmen Anocibar creates an exquisite necklace. The pendant is worn on a sleek sterling silver chain.$179.99$161.99Artist: Carmen Anocibar
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Hummingbird Symmetry
Hand Painted Hummingbird Necklace
Hummingbird Symmetry, Hand Painted Hummingbird Necklace
Length: 15.75"
Josefina and Cecilia
Mexican artisans Josefina and Cecilia work with a pebble of natural white marble to create this unique pendant necklace. The pendant is hand-painted with a fuchsia heart flanked by two hummingbirds. A... read more$54.99$49.49Artist: Josefina and Cecilia
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Love for the Earth
Heart-Shaped Marble Pendant Necklace from Mexico
Love for the Earth, Heart-Shaped Marble Pendant Necklace from Mexico
Length: 23.5"
Sierra Family
Expressing a love for the earth, the Sierra Family artisans of Mexico create this necklace of stunning beauty. Adorning sterling silver cable chain, a heart of russet red and pink marble is carved by... read more$59.99$53.99Artist: Sierra Family
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Hummingbird Love
Hand Crafted Marble Pendant Necklace
Hummingbird Love, Hand Crafted Marble Pendant Necklace
Length: 15.75"
Josefina and Cecilia
This delightful pendant necklace is the original creation of Mexico's Josefina and Cecilia. They craft the pendant from smooth white marble which is carefully hand-painted with a heart and colorful... read more$59.99$53.99Artist: Josefina and Cecilia
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Hummingbird Heart
Heart Motif Hand-Painted Necklace
Hummingbird Heart, Heart Motif Hand-Painted Necklace
Length: 15.75"
Josefina and Cecilia
This beautiful pendant necklace is the original creation of Mexico's Josefina and Cecilia. They work with natural white marble, which has been carved into a heart-shaped pendant and painted by hand... read more$109.99$98.99Artist: Josefina and Cecilia
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Exotic Exuberance
Garnet and labradorite beaded necklace
Exotic Exuberance, Garnet and labradorite beaded necklace
Length: 17.5"
Narayannii
Narayannii casts a spell of exotic exuberance with this captivating necklace. It is crafted by hand with glowing garnet and natural blue marble accents. Labradorite creates a stunning contrast with... read more$99.99$89.99Artist: Narayannii
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The Village Council
Your answers straight from the village experts


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.
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