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Jepun Janger
Citrine and Cultured Pearl Dangle Earrings from Bali
Jepun Janger, Citrine and Cultured Pearl Dangle Earrings from Bali
Size: 2.4" H x 0.9" W x 0.4" D
Buana
Inspired by the traditional janger dancers of Indonesia, Balinese artisan Buana designs a strikingly beautiful pair of dangle earrings. The faces of the dancers are carved by hand of bone, framed by... read more$69.99$62.99Artist: Buana
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Barong Blessing
Sterling Silver Barong Band Ring from Bali
Barong Blessing, Sterling Silver Barong Band Ring from Bali
US Ring Size: 9
Wayan Asmana
The fierce face of Barong is realized with intricate detail at the front of this ring from Bali. Representing the forces of good and protection from evil, Barong is a Balinese mystical guardian... read more$59.99$53.99Artist: Wayan Asmana
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Royal Presence
Balinese Style Pendant Bracelet with Onyx and Garnet
Royal Presence, Balinese Style Pendant Bracelet with Onyx and Garnet
Length: 6.75"
Buana
Sumptuous details worthy of a queen distinguish this original pendant bracelet from Buana in Bali. A sleek cabochon of black onyx centers the design, flanked by petite oval cabochons of natural... read more$124.99$112.49Artist: Buana
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Rainy Day
Artisan Crafted Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings from Mexico
Rainy Day, Artisan Crafted Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings from Mexico
Length: 1.9" x 1" W x 0.2" D
Mazahua Family
In these intricately crafted earrings, a fist tightly grips a half-moon design, featuring a delicate twist and spiral motif accented by tiny dangling spheres of sterling silver. The Mazahua Family of... read more$89.99$80.99Artist: Mazahua Family
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Floral Thoughts
Hand Made Sterling Silver Turquoise Dangle Earrings Mexico
Floral Thoughts, Hand Made Sterling Silver Turquoise Dangle Earrings Mexico
Length: 1.8" x 1.2" W x 0.2" D
Mazahua Family
According to the Mazahua Family, each piece of their jewelry is "crafted by hand and all are reflections of our region's customs, inspired by nature with traditional motifs like birds, flowers... read more$124.99$112.49Artist: Mazahua Family
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Twilight Goddess
Amethyst and Sterling Silver Balinese Style Cuff Bracelet
Twilight Goddess, Amethyst and Sterling Silver Balinese Style Cuff Bracelet
Size: 5.75" L (end to end) x 0.8" W
Buana
The delicate intricacy of traditional Balinese silver work is showcased in this cuff bracelet from Buana in Indonesia. The sterling silver cuff features elaborate wire and beading motifs, complemented... read more$169.99$152.99Artist: Buana
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Golden Peacocks
18k Gold Plated Bronze Filigree Peacock Earrings from Peru
Golden Peacocks, 18k Gold Plated Bronze Filigree Peacock Earrings from Peru
Length: 3.2" x 1.4" W x 0.2" D
Eda Arroyo
A statement piece fit for royalty, this ornate set of earrings by Eda Arroyo will dress up any outfit. She handcrafts them in 18k gold-plated bronze and shapes them into two regal peacocks using the... read more$99.99$89.99Artist: Eda Arroyo
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Romancing the moon
Cultured Freshwater Pearl and Sterling Silver Cocktail Ring
Romancing the moon, Cultured Freshwater Pearl and Sterling Silver Cocktail Ring
US Ring Size: 6,7,8,9,10
Kadek Hendra
A twist on classic elegance, this cocktail ring combines the timeless beauty of a cultured mabe pearl and traditional Balinese-style engravings. Kadek Hendra crafts this sterling silver ring with a... read more$67.99$61.19Artist: Kadek Hendra
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Amlapura Altar
Indonesian Handmade Sterling Silver and Carnelian Earrings
Amlapura Altar, Indonesian Handmade Sterling Silver and Carnelian Earrings
Size: 2.4" H x 0.7" W x 0.2" D
Made Sugi
Indonesia's Made Sugi designs a gorgeous pair of handmade chandelier earrings. Made of sterling silver with elegant detailing, these earrings feature Balinese style engravings with a combination of... read more$37.99$34.19Artist: Made Sugi
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Andean Dancer
18k Gold-Plated Handcrafted Filigree Chandelier Earrings
Andean Dancer, 18k Gold-Plated Handcrafted Filigree Chandelier Earrings
Length: 3.9" x 1.6" W x 0.3" D
Eda Arroyo
Crescent moons in lavish filigree cascade to culminate in flirty pendants, all bathed in gleaming gold. By Eda Arroyo, these meticulously handcrafted earrings are a favorite to wear for Peru's... read more$129.99$116.99Artist: Eda Arroyo
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Bold Medallion
Sterling Silver Medallion Pendant Necklace
Bold Medallion, Sterling Silver Medallion Pendant Necklace
Length: 20.5"
Shivani Choudhary
Shivani Choudhary designs this pendant with traditional Indian jewelry motifs, including rawa, which are tiny silver granules that are used to create patterns. Artisans craft this dramatic round... read more$129.99$116.99Artist: Shivani Choudhary
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Temple Entrance
Handmade 925 Sterling Silver Engraved Balinese Temple Ring
Temple Entrance, Handmade 925 Sterling Silver Engraved Balinese Temple Ring
US Ring Size: 8
Dewa Arimbawa
Indonesian artisan Dewa Arimbawa crafts this gorgeous 925 sterling silver ring using the motifs of Balinese temples as inspiration. The ring features a combination high polish and oxidized finish.$44.99$38.24Artist: Dewa Arimbawa
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Flirtatious Flowers
Unique 18k Gold-Plated Floral Filigree Dance Earrings
Flirtatious Flowers, Unique 18k Gold-Plated Floral Filigree Dance Earrings
Length: 4.7" x 1.8" W x 0.3" D
Eda Arroyo
Peru's legendary Marinera dance inspires these spectacular gold-plated bronze earrings. Jewelry artisan Eda Arroyo creates each diminutive spiral strand by hand with traditional filigree techniques.... read more$137.99$117.29Artist: Eda Arroyo
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Stay with Me
Red Agate and Wood Beaded Earrings Artisan Crafted Jewelry
Stay with Me, Red Agate and Wood Beaded Earrings Artisan Crafted Jewelry
Length: 2.4" x 0.4" W
Rita Addo Zakour
Rita Addo Zakour designs earrings of great ethnic beauty. Sporting vibrant cherry red and shiny black agates, the earrings are crafted by hand with round and flat beads of sese wood. The earrings are... read more$14.99$13.49Artist: Rita Addo Zakour
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Balinese Kepetan
Sterling Silver and Cubic Zirconia Balinese Pendant Necklace
Balinese Kepetan, Sterling Silver and Cubic Zirconia Balinese Pendant Necklace
Length: 18"
Karang Adiguna
This sterling silver pendant necklace is one of Karang Adiguna's newest creations. The kepetan is traditional Balinese figure present in ceremonial offerings. The lovely design of this pendant... read more$59.99$53.99Artist: Karang Adiguna
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Balinese Kepetan
Sterling Silver and Cubic Zirconia Balinese Dangle Earrings
Balinese Kepetan, Sterling Silver and Cubic Zirconia Balinese Dangle Earrings
Length: 1.7" x 1" W x 0.1" D
Karang Adiguna
This pair of sterling silver dangle earrings is one of Karang Adiguna's newest creations. The kepetan is a traditional Balinese figure present in ceremonial offerings. This gorgeous design features... read more$59.99$53.99Artist: Karang Adiguna
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Hanging Bells
Handcrafted 18k Gold-Plated Chandelier Earrings from Peru
Hanging Bells, Handcrafted 18k Gold-Plated Chandelier Earrings from Peru
Length: 3.5" x 1.5" W x 0.3" D
Eda Arroyo
Eda Arroyo finds inspiration in the legendary Marinera dance from Peru to handcraft these stunning chandelier earrings. They are created with the traditional filigree techniques and finished with 18k... read more$99.99$89.99Artist: Eda Arroyo
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Balinese Kepetan
Sterling Silver and Cubic Zirconia Balinese Cocktail Ring
Balinese Kepetan, Sterling Silver and Cubic Zirconia Balinese Cocktail Ring
US Ring Size: 7,8,9
Karang Adiguna
This silver cocktail ring is one of Karang Adiguna's newest creations. The kepetan is a traditional Balinese figure present in ceremonial offerings. The stylish design of this cocktail ring features a... read more$49.99$44.99Artist: Karang Adiguna
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Chimu Ceremony
Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings with Reconstituted Turquoise
Chimu Ceremony, Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings with Reconstituted Turquoise
Length: 2" x 0.6" W x 0.3" D
Quipac
The ChimĆŗ are a pre-Hispanic culture whose vessels and ceremonial items are full of captivating ornaments. Peruvian artist Quipac draws inspiration from the ChimĆŗ culture to design these beautiful... read more$79.99$71.99Artist: Quipac
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Traditional Rhythm
Traditional Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings Crafted in Peru
Traditional Rhythm, Traditional Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings Crafted in Peru
Length: 1.8" x 0.7" W x 0.1" D
Quipac
The Paras dance is a tradition from the community of Tinta in Cuzco. It dates back to the Viceroyalty when people welcomed new authorities with a colorful dance. Quipac draws inspiration from Peruvian... read more$59.99$53.99Artist: Quipac
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Sanpatong Leaf
Chainless Oxidized 950 Silver Leaf Pendant from Thailand
Sanpatong Leaf, Chainless Oxidized 950 Silver Leaf Pendant from Thailand
Length: 4.1" x 2.8" W x 0.1" D
Sasithon Saisuk
With delicately placed oxidation to tone down the brashness that silver jewelry can have, silversmith Sasithon Saisuk creates this leaf pendant of 950 fine silver. Silverwork is a northern Thai... read more$94.99$85.49Artist: Sasithon Saisuk
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Rawa Tradition
Traditional Indian Motif Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings
Rawa Tradition, Traditional Indian Motif Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings
Length: 1.7" x 1" W x 0" D
Bhavya Jain
Silver granules known as rawa adorn these pretty dangle earrings from India's Bhavya Jain. The granules embellish sterling silver squares with an oxidized finish.$59.99$53.99Artist: Bhavya Jain
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Dancing Jhumki
Sterling Silver Dotted Statement Jhumki Chandelier Earrings
Dancing Jhumki, Sterling Silver Dotted Statement Jhumki Chandelier Earrings
Length: 1.2" x 0.4" W x 0.4" D
Bhavya Jain
Indian artisan Bhavya Jain captures the spirit of traditional Indian jewelry in these stunning chandelier earrings. The jhumki-styled pair includes sterling silver bell-shaped bases that feature rawa... read more$49.99$44.99Artist: Bhavya Jain
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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 Traditional Jewelry
Sterling silver chandelier earrings, 'Dancing Jhumki'





By Tara
Great earrings
These are nice earrings. I love the square shape of the domes. the dangling beads are fun. In my experience, these earrings do not make sound. I highly recommend this product, these earrings are well-made and they will last for years!
Citrine and cultured pearl dangle earrings, 'Jepun Janger'





By Adriana
They are perfect
I couldn t love these earrings more. And the personal note from my artist was the most beautiful touch! I wear them constantly!
Sterling silver ring, 'Barong Blessing'





By Everett
MUCH nicer than I ever expected ! I LOVE IT !!!
I LOVE THIS RING !!! The detail and craftsmanship are outstanding ! I like it so much more than I anticipated. THANK YOU !!!
Featured Artist


Buana Handmade silver and gemstone jewelry
"Since joining you in 2006, a lot has changed in my life. I now own a house⦠and this has been completely life-changing. One thing I can do to repay this is to give you my very best work."
"My name is I Wayan Buana. I was born in Sukawati, Bali in 1974. My father was a civil servant while my mother... read more