Skull Necklaces(51 items)

Welcome to our Skull Necklace Collection, each piece crafted by NOVICA artisans who carry on ancestral traditions in contemporary designs.

Sweet Life

Multi-Gemstone Skull Pendant Necklace from Mexico

Sweet Life, Multi-Gemstone Skull Pendant Necklace from Mexico

Size: 16 to 18 inches

Oscar Figueroa Escorcia

In celebration of life, this Day of the Dead skull serves as a reminder of the connection between the living and the dead. Mexican artisan Oscar Figueroa Escorcia, who works with a passion for... read more

(531)

$49.99

Artist: Oscar Figueroa Escorcia
Mighty Bull

Sterling Silver Bull Skull Necklace from India

Mighty Bull, Sterling Silver Bull Skull Necklace from India

Length: 20"

Arunima

Wearing an "earring" of dangling feathers, the striking skull of a bull forms the pendant of this men's necklace from India. Arunima presents this pendant necklace, crafted from sterling... read more

(23)

$87.99

Artist: Arunima
Skull Between the Stones

Sterling Silver and Lava Stone Skull Necklace from Mexico

Skull Between the Stones, Sterling Silver and Lava Stone Skull Necklace from Mexico

Size: 18 to 20 inches

Oscar Figueroa Escorcia

Carrying on the tradition of Taxco silversmithing, Mexican artisan Oscar Figueroa Escorcia crafts a skull pendant of sterling silver, accentuating it with a combination of finishes. This pendant... read more

(531)

$54.99

Artist: Oscar Figueroa Escorcia
Mystic Skull

Men's Sterling Silver Skull Pendant Necklace from India

Mystic Skull, Men's Sterling Silver Skull Pendant Necklace from India

Length: 20"

Arunima

Mystic in its elegance, a grinning skull forms the pendant of this men's necklace from India. Arunima presents this men's accessory, crafted from sterling silver and given a striking combination of... read more

(23)

$74.99

Artist: Arunima
Adventurous Skull

Sese Wood Skull Beaded Pendant Necklace from Ghana

Adventurous Skull, Sese Wood Skull Beaded Pendant Necklace from Ghana

Size: longer than 22 inches

Robert Lanyo

Hand-carved of sese wood, a striking skull centers this necklace from Ghana. Robert Lanyo designs the necklace, flanking the pendant with red sese wood beads on a nylon cord.

(30)

$23.99

Artist: Robert Lanyo
Calavera la Comadre

Sterling Silver Floral Skull Pendant Necklace from Mexico

Calavera la Comadre, Sterling Silver Floral Skull Pendant Necklace from Mexico

Size: longer than 22 inches

Angel Ortiz

Known as calavera la comadre, or "midwife skull," the pendant of this necklace is crafted from sterling silver. The grinning skull features smaller skulls within its eyes, its head wreathed... read more

(46)

$89.99

Artist: Angel Ortiz
Flying Skull

Hand Carved Bone Pendant Necklace of a Skull from Indonesia

Flying Skull, Hand Carved Bone Pendant Necklace of a Skull from Indonesia

Length: 13.5"

Made Wardika

Made Wardika is an artisan from Indonesia who works hard at his jewelry craft in order to afford a better standard of living for his family. He carves a dramatic pendant from bone, delicately teasing... read more

(785)

$27.99

Artist: Made Wardika
Lovely Catrina

Sterling Silver Skull Pendant Black Cotton Cord Necklace

Lovely Catrina, Sterling Silver Skull Pendant Black Cotton Cord Necklace

Length: 12"

Estuardo Jimenez

Inspired by the etching of a well-dressed skeleton created by Mexican illustrator Jose Guadalupe Posada in 1913, Guatemalan artisan Estuardo Jimenez creates a necklace with a handmade sterling silver... read more

(36)

$79.99

Artist: Estuardo Jimenez
Skeletal Hat Dance

Mexican Day of the Dead Sterling Silver Link Necklace

Skeletal Hat Dance, Mexican Day of the Dead Sterling Silver Link Necklace

Size: 18 to 20 inches

Roy Nilson

The artistry evoked by Day of the Dead thrives all year long, inspiring Roy Nilson to design a necklace featuring endearing skeletons. Dressed in traditional Mexican costumes, they dance and charm in... read more

(90)

$399.99

Artist: Roy Nilson
Silver Skull

Handcrafted Sterling Silver Skull Pendant Necklace

Silver Skull, Handcrafted Sterling Silver Skull Pendant Necklace

Size: longer than 22 inches

Angel Ortiz

An ornate skull pendant dangles from a black rubber cord in this necklace from Mexico. Artisan Angel Ortiz handcrafts the pendant from sterling silver.

(46)

$99.99

Artist: Angel Ortiz
Skeletal Matador Dance

Day of the Dead Signed Matador Skeletons Necklace

Skeletal Matador Dance, Day of the Dead Signed Matador Skeletons Necklace

Size: 16 to 18 inches

Roy Nilson

The artistry evoked by Day of the Dead thrives all year long, inspiring Roy Nilson to design this necklace featuring endearing skeletons. He is dressed in traditional bullfighter attire, she in a... read more

(90)

$384.99

Artist: Roy Nilson
Calavera Garbancera

Heart-Themed Taxco Sterling Silver Skull Pendant Necklace

Calavera Garbancera, Heart-Themed Taxco Sterling Silver Skull Pendant Necklace

Size: longer than 22 inches

Angel Ortiz

Known also as la calavera garbancera, a traditional catrina skull is the pendant of this necklace from Mexico. Working in the tradition of Taxco silversmithing, Angel Ortiz creates this necklace... read more

(46)

$89.99

Artist: Angel Ortiz
Thor Ram

Men's Sterling Silver Thor's Hammer Pendant Necklace

Thor Ram, Men's Sterling Silver Thor's Hammer Pendant Necklace

Size: 20 to 22 inches

Shivani Choudhary

Crowned by the skull of a ram, Thor's hammer, otherwise known as Mjolnir, forms the pendant of this necklace from India. Shivani Choudhary designs this men's necklace. The pendant is crafted from... read more

(74)

$119.99

Artist: Shivani Choudhary
Black Skull

Carved Bone Skull Pendant on Cord Handmade in Indonesia

Black Skull, Carved Bone Skull Pendant on Cord Handmade in Indonesia

Length: 13.5"

Made Wardika

Indonesian artisan Made Wardika presents this skull-themed pendant necklace. The artist uses traditional methods to carve bone into whimsical designs. The skull pendant hangs on an adjustable dark... read more

(785)

$29.99

Artist: Made Wardika
Skull Stare in Black

Peridot and Bone Black Skull Pendant Necklace from Bali

Skull Stare in Black, Peridot and Bone Black Skull Pendant Necklace from Bali

Size: 18 to 20 inches

Made Wardika

A staring, stoic skull is carved by hand of smooth black cowbone to center the pendant of this impressive Balinese necklace. Made Wardika presents the necklace, which is elaborated with sterling... read more

(785)

$67.99

Artist: Made Wardika
Flying Skeleton

Sterling Silver Winged Skeleton Pendant Necklace from India

Flying Skeleton, Sterling Silver Winged Skeleton Pendant Necklace from India

Length: 20"

Arunima

Flying on majestic wings, a skeleton figure is depicted in this striking men's pendant necklace from India. Arunima presents this bold men's accessory, crafted from sterling silver and treated with a... read more

(23)

$59.99

Artist: Arunima
Transition

Agate and Amethyst Skull Pendant Necklace from Mexico

Transition, Agate and Amethyst Skull Pendant Necklace from Mexico

Size: 18 to 20 inches

Rosa Rojo

Representing the transition between life and death, a stunning skull is crafted from sterling silver and given a combination of finishes. Mexican artisan Rosa Rojo designs this pendant necklace... read more

(11)

$59.99

Artist: Rosa Rojo
Life Goes On

Smoky Quartz Skull Pendant Necklace from Mexico

Life Goes On, Smoky Quartz Skull Pendant Necklace from Mexico

Size: 18 to 20 inches

Rosa Rojo

Representing the continuation of life, a stunning skull is crafted from sterling silver and given a combination of finishes. Mexican artisan Rosa Rojo designs this pendant necklace, featuring beads of... read more

(11)

$67.99

Artist: Rosa Rojo
Daring Bull

Sterling Silver Bull Skull Pendant Necklace from India

Daring Bull, Sterling Silver Bull Skull Pendant Necklace from India

Length: 20"

Arunima

Stunning and handsome, the skull of a bull is realized in sterling silver, treated with a combination of finishes. Arunima presents this men's pendant necklace, crafted by Indian artisans.

(23)

$57.99

Artist: Arunima
Frida Catrina

Frida Catrina Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace from Mexico

Frida Catrina, Frida Catrina Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace from Mexico

Size: 16 to 18 inches

Marco Molina

By Mexican artisan Marco Molina, this pendant necklace makes a dramatic companion wherever it goes. The pendant is crafted of sterling silver in the form of a catrina skull styled after the renowned... read more

(38)

$44.99

Artist: Marco Molina
Setra Wolf

Hand-Carved Bone Wolf Pendant Necklace from Bali

Setra Wolf, Hand-Carved Bone Wolf Pendant Necklace from Bali

Length: 15.75"

Made Wardika

Lovingly hand-carved from bone, wolf howls at the moon, framed by trees. Two skulls are displayed beneath the wolf. Made Wardika creates the expertly-crafted necklace from Bali. The pendant centers an... read more

(785)

$27.99

Artist: Made Wardika
Deadly Charm

Rainbow Moonstone and Amethyst Skull Necklace from Indonesia

Deadly Charm, Rainbow Moonstone and Amethyst Skull Necklace from Indonesia

Length: 20"

Nyoman Rena

By Indonesia's Nyoman Rena, this pendant necklace adds a deadly charm to any wardrobe. A skull is crafted of gleaming sterling silver with two eyes of rainbow moonstone and one eye of purple amethyst.... read more

(1671)

$64.99

Artist: Nyoman Rena

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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 womens 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 womens 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 womens necklaces?

Womens 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 Skull Necklaces

Bone pendant necklace, 'Setra Wolf'

By Rebecca

Beautiful Necklace!

I absolutely love and cherish my Setra Wolf bone pendant necklace. The details are beautiful and it is very well made.

Hand painted pendant necklace, 'Pretty Calavera'

By Linda

So adorable and beautifully crafted!

Im so happy to add this sweet lady to my collection. Just as pictured with roses on her head and vibrantly painted. This playful piece makes me smile. It would be perfect for anyone appreciating a mini art masterpiece. Thank you to Edith for her fine work and attention to detail. I look forward to seeing what she does next.

Sterling silver pendant necklace, 'Silver Skull'

By Kathleen

Another great pendant from this artist!

Beautiful, large sugar skull pendant! That quality and detail is great. I also have the stylized jaguar from this artist. (Not a great fan of the rubber necklace, but plan to wear the pendant on a sterling chain or black leather.). Highly recommend!

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Edith Orozco Handcrafted papier mache jewelry

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“I am Edith Orozco. I come from a family that has been dedicated to crafts for more than 35 years. I am the second generation of artisans. My mother taught me more than 30 years ago; and I always lived my childhood among molds, paper and paint. Years later at the University I learned to give it a... read more

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Skull Necklaces(51 items)

Welcome to our Skull Necklace Collection, each piece crafted by NOVICA artisans who carry on ancestral traditions in contemporary designs.

Sweet Life

Mighty Bull

Skull Between the Stones

Mystic Skull

Adventurous Skull

Calavera la Comadre

Flying Skull

Lovely Catrina

Skeletal Hat Dance

Silver Skull

Skeletal Matador Dance

Calavera Garbancera

Thor Ram

Black Skull

Skull Stare in Black

Flying Skeleton

Transition

Life Goes On

Daring Bull

Frida Catrina

Setra Wolf

Deadly Charm

Lavish Catrina

Grinning Calavera

Conch Catrina

Catrina Crown

Skull Cluster

White Skeleton

Fiery Skull

Grinning Cross

Skull Stare in White

Dragon Skull

Skull Flight

Fiery Skull Cross

Warrior Skull

King Skull

Cradle of Hope

Festive Catrin

Romantic Calavera

Starry-Eyed Skull

Amazing Skull

Pretty Calavera

White and Lilac Skeleton

Skeleton Glitz

Pretty Catrina

Deer Skull

Beautiful Catrina

Blue Butterfly Calavera

Monarch Butterfly Calavera

Bright Calavera

Colorful Calavera

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Featured Reviews on Skull Necklaces

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Featured Artist

Edith Orozco Handcrafted papier mache jewelry

Popular Skull Necklaces

Sterling Silver Catrina Pendant Necklace from Mexico, "Catrina Crown"

Carved Bone Skull Pendant on Cord Handmade in Indonesia, "Black Skull"

Handmade Molded Paper Skull Necklace, "Starry-Eyed Skull"

Hand Painted Catrina Necklace, "Pretty Calavera"

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