Men's 3-Carat Lapis Lazuli Ring from India, "Lapis Magnificence"

“Hi, I am Tishita Jain, daughter of Mr. Rahul Jain, who has been working with Novica for a long time now. I was born in New Delhi, India. Those who know me well describe me as someone who is friendly and has an eye for detail.

“Since I am the third generation of my family involved in silver jewelry and handicrafts, I have always been inclined towards this art and craft. My family always supported my creativity and helped me enhance my knowledge. By discussing and executing my ideas with other artisans, I hope to give contemporary designs a chance by sharing new ideas. I plan on expanding my family’s business, but first I want to become self-sufficient by associating myself with reputable organizations.

“For my jewelry, I use sterling silver and precious gemstones that I procure from the local market. Only the sterling silver can be recycled; once a gemstone is cut and set, it cannot be used again. Combining colors is my favorite part of this craft. They fascinate me, and I love being able to experiment with them. I visit remote villages to observe the local, tribal, and ethnic jewelry for inspiration.

“Currently, I am starting out on my own, so I am independent in all the aspects of my work. The basic quality I look for in an artisan is workmanship. Since most of the designs are intricate and require a lot of attention, it is important that the artisans should have mastered their craft and are willing to adopt new ideas.”