best necklaces

This amazing pendant necklace features a handcrafted design by Indonesia's Made Wardika. The shape of an owl is carved into a medallion of bone, surrounded by sterling silver motifs and topped with an amethyst stone of over one carat. Hanging from a leather cord, this pendant captures the magnificent beauty of a forest during the nighttime.

A beautiful mermaid caresses a dolphin in this pendant necklace, hand-carved from bone. Made Wardika designs this otherworldly piece from Indonesia, hanging it from a leather cord.

Lacy and lovely, a sterling silver locket holds a red enameled globe that chimes like a small bell. Ketut Sulastri crafts the necklace by hand with white cultured pearls and petite garnet gemstones along the long silver chain.

Also called "angel necklaces" and "harmony balls," Such necklaces are often worn by pregnant women in Bali and also in Mexico. The chain lets the pendant reach to the belly and the delicate sounds are 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.

Made Wardika is an artisan from Indonesia who finds inspiration in the love that he shares with his family. He carves the pendant of this beautiful necklace by hand from bone, elaborating it to depict a fierce dragon guardian. It hangs from a leather cord for a truly powerful piece.

Designed by Suar Dwipayana, this lariat necklace combines the best of Balinese silver motifs. Simple sterling silver naga chain terminates in two lavish pendants, replete with the swirl and dot motifs typical of Balinese jewelry.