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Loving Whales
Hand Made Bone Pendant Necklace Whales from Indonesia
Loving Whales, Hand Made Bone Pendant Necklace Whales from Indonesia
Length: 13.75"
Made Wardika
A pair of loving whales swim together in this pendant necklace, hand-carved from bone. Made Wardika designs this Indonesian necklace in order to provide for his loving family.$27.99$25.19Artist: Made Wardika
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Whale Elegance
Natural Larimar Dangle Earrings from Thailand
Whale Elegance, Natural Larimar Dangle Earrings from Thailand
Length: 1.6" x 0.9" W
Michael Krainer
Featuring cabochons of natural larimar, these dangle earrings are designed by Michael Krainer of Thailand. He crafts each earring of sterling silver in the shape of a whale's tail, accentuated by... read more$59.99$53.99Artist: Michael Krainer
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Mighty Whale
Artisan Crafted Whale-Themed Pendant Necklace
Mighty Whale, Artisan Crafted Whale-Themed Pendant Necklace
Length: 19.75"
Giuliana Valz-Gen
The splendid majesty of the whale is captured in this lovely pendant necklace from Giuliana Valz-Gen in Peru. She crafts the tail-shaped pendant in 21k gold plated sterling silver, centering it on a... read more$107.99Artist: Giuliana Valz-Gen
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Bali Whale
Whale Flipper Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace from Bali
Bali Whale, Whale Flipper Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace from Bali
Length: 18"
Suar Dwipayana
Crafted of sterling silver with swirl motifs decorating one side, the flipper of a whale forms the pendant of this necklace. Balinese artisan Suar Dwipayana designs the necklace, adorning the wearer... read more$64.99$58.49Artist: Suar Dwipayana
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Tail of the Whale
Leather Necklace with a Hand Carved Bone Whale Tail Pendant
Tail of the Whale, Leather Necklace with a Hand Carved Bone Whale Tail Pendant
Length: 15"
Made Wardika
The powerful tail breaks the surface of the sea as a whale blows and dives. Made Wardika shares a dramatic sight observed off the coast of Padang Bai. Intricately carved by hand, the bone pendant is... read more$19.99$17.99Artist: Made Wardika
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Swim Away
Sterling Silver Whale Tail Pendant Necklace
Swim Away, Sterling Silver Whale Tail Pendant Necklace
Length: 20"
Putu Putri
Snatch up this adorable whale tail pendant necklace from Bali's Putu Putri before it swims away. Crafted from polished sterling silver, the necklace features a darling whale tail pendant that swings... read more$94.99$85.49Artist: Putu Putri
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Whale Elegance
Natural Larimar Pendant Necklace from Thailand
Whale Elegance, Natural Larimar Pendant Necklace from Thailand
Length: 18"
Michael Krainer
Featuring a cabochon of natural larimar, this pendant necklace is designed by Michael Krainer of Thailand. He crafts the pendant of sterling silver in the shape of a whale's tail, accentuated by... read more$49.99$44.99Artist: Michael Krainer
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Gentle Giant
Sterling Silver Wrap Ring with Whale Motif
Gentle Giant, Sterling Silver Wrap Ring with Whale Motif
US Ring Size: 8,9,10
Putu Putri
Presented by Putu Putri, this gentle giant of the sea is designed with gleaming sterling silver. Balinese artisans use the precious metal to craft the wrap ring by hand, engraving the whale with... read more$59.99$53.99Artist: Putu Putri
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Glistening Whale
Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings from Thailand
Glistening Whale, Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings from Thailand
Length: 1.2" x 0.8" W
Wadarat Supasirisuk
Crafted of silver, this design captures the majesty of the whale. Its mighty tail inspires these earrings from Thailand's Wadarat Supasirisuk.
.925 Sterling silver$37.99$34.19Artist: Wadarat Supasirisuk
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Frolicking Whales
Leather Necklace with a Hand Carved Bone Whale Pendant
Frolicking Whales, Leather Necklace with a Hand Carved Bone Whale Pendant
Length: 12.75"
Made Wardika
Whales breach and dive, frolicking in the ocean waters. Made Wardika shares a dramatic sight observed off the coast of Padang Bai. Intricately carved by hand, the bone pendant is tinted with tea and... read more$25.99$23.39Artist: Made Wardika
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Ocean Whale
Handmade 925 Sterling Silver Whale Pendant Necklace
Ocean Whale, Handmade 925 Sterling Silver Whale Pendant Necklace
Length: 18"
Sarote Lochotinunt
Did you know that the largest mammal on the planet never sets foot on land? The blue whale dwarfs every soil-strutting mammal on Earth. Sarote Lochotinunt designs and crafts this beautiful... read more$49.99$44.99Artist: Sarote Lochotinunt
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Sekar Langit
Floral Blue Topaz Pendant Necklace Crafted in Bali
Sekar Langit, Floral Blue Topaz Pendant Necklace Crafted in Bali
Length: 18"
Suar Dwipayana
Crafted of sterling silver, an elegant flower is centered by a sparkling stone of blue topaz. Circling the neck with sterling rolo chain, the necklace is designed by Balinese artisan Suar Dwipayana.... read more$74.99$67.49Artist: Suar Dwipayana
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Whale Splash
Rose Gold Accented Sterling Silver Whale Necklace
Whale Splash, Rose Gold Accented Sterling Silver Whale Necklace
Length: 15.25"
Pornsit Mayuraks
Framed by sterling silver, curling waves of 14k rose gold are formed by the dangling tail of a whale. Thai artisan Pornsit Mayuraks creates this pendant necklace, which circles the neck with sterling... read more$29.99$26.99Artist: Pornsit Mayuraks
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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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Balinese Whale
Hand Carved Whale Theme Bone Necklace
Balinese Whale, Hand Carved Whale Theme Bone Necklace
Length: 14.5"
Andi Rachmansyah
Andi Rachmansyah is inspired by blue whales that swim in the Balinese sea. Carved by hand from polished bone, the pendant is worn on a necklace of black cotton cords. It can be adjusted in length by... read more$25.99$23.39Artist: Andi Rachmansyah
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Killer Whale
Sterling Silver Killer Whale Pendant Necklace from Thailand
Killer Whale, Sterling Silver Killer Whale Pendant Necklace from Thailand
Length: 18"
Jantana
Crafted of sterling silver with a brushed-satin finish, a striking killer whale forms the pendant of this necklace from Thailand. Designed by Jantana, this striking accessory circles the neck with... read more$39.99$35.99Artist: Jantana
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Ocean Tails
Sterling Silver Whale-Themed Ear Cuffs from Thailand
Ocean Tails, Sterling Silver Whale-Themed Ear Cuffs from Thailand
Length: 0.4" x 0.3" W
Lalana
The tails of majestic whales wave in this pair of sterling silver ear cuffs. Hugging the ears, the ear cuffs feature circular shapes with a design by Thai artisan Lalana. She gives them a high-polish... read more$19.99$17.99Artist: Lalana
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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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Glistening Whale
Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace
Glistening Whale, Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace
Length: 18.5"
Wadarat Supasirisuk
Crafted of silver, this design captures the majesty of the whale. Its mighty tail adorns a necklace from Thailand's Wadarat Supasirisuk.
.925 sterling silver$59.99$53.99Artist: Wadarat Supasirisuk
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Cool Whale
Sterling Silver Whale Pendant Necklace from Thailand
Cool Whale, Sterling Silver Whale Pendant Necklace from Thailand
Length: 18"
Sarote Lochotinunt
By Sarote Lochotinunt in Thailand, this whale makes a cool and simple addition to any ensemble. The whale pendant is crafted from sterling silver, given a brushed-satin finish that captures the light.... read more$37.99$34.19Artist: Sarote Lochotinunt
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Geometric Whale Tail
Brushed-Satin Sterling Silver Whale Tail Pendant Necklace
Geometric Whale Tail, Brushed-Satin Sterling Silver Whale Tail Pendant Necklace
Length: 18"
Sarote Lochotinunt
Combining the beauty of the ocean with a modern aesthetic, Thai artisan Sarote Lochotinunt designs and crafts this pendant necklace. The tail of a whale, featuring geometric openwork, is crafted from... read more$39.99$35.99Artist: Sarote Lochotinunt
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Round Whale
Sterling Silver Whale Pendant Necklace from Thailand
Round Whale, Sterling Silver Whale Pendant Necklace from Thailand
Length: 18"
Jantana
Crafted of sterling silver with a brushed-satin finish, a round whale with elegant openwork forms the pendant of this necklace from Thailand. Designed by Jantana, this striking accessory circles the... read more$39.99$35.99Artist: Jantana
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Whale's Goodbye
Whale-Themed Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace from Thailand
Whale's Goodbye, Whale-Themed Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace from Thailand
Length: 18"
Sarote Lochotinunt
This striking animal-themed pendant necklace by Thailand's Sarote Lochotinunt celebrates the beauty of ocean animals. Crafted of sterling silver, the tail of a whale centers a length of box chain. The... read more$39.99$35.99Artist: Sarote Lochotinunt
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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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Rising Tail
Garnet Whale Tail Pendant Necklace from Bali
Rising Tail, Garnet Whale Tail Pendant Necklace from Bali
Length: 18"
Made Wardika
Within an oval frame, the tail of a whale rises up towards the sky. Created by Made Wardika, the pendant of this necklace is diligently carved by hand from a single piece of bone. A small garnet... read more$19.99$17.99Artist: Made Wardika
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Whale Wrap
Thai Artisan Crafted Sterling Silver Whale Stud Earrings
Whale Wrap, Thai Artisan Crafted Sterling Silver Whale Stud Earrings
Length: 0.5" x 0.4" W
Lalana
Symbolizing well-being and emotional creativity, whales are dazzling in this pair of earrings from Thailand. Lalana works with sterling silver to craft the earrings by hand, creating a wrapped effect.$17.99$16.19Artist: Lalana
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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 Whale Jewelry
Bone pendant necklace, 'Loving Whales'





By Renee
Looks even better in person
Ive gotten many compliments on this pendant. The details are great; a fantastic reminder of a trip swimming with humpbacks.
Bone pendant necklace, 'Gray Whale'





By Elizabeth W
Sinuous Lines
This eye-catching pendant with its sinuous lines and fine details delighted our son and reminds him of a special trip.
Bone and leather pendant necklace, 'Frolicking Whales'





By Noreen
Great Gift
I sent this item to my sister as a gift. She called me excited to tell me how beautiful it was and marveled at the artists beautiful carving of the whales. She even remarked on the lovely gift pouch it came in.
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Made Wardika Carved bone and leather jewelry
"My designs are inspired by the rich cultures and art of Bali traditions."