gemstone necklaces

Linked by sterling silver bathed in 22k gold, lovely gemstones of natural garnet and moonstone circle the neck. This fantastic rosary can be worn long or doubled over. Balinese artisan Ketut Sulastri creates the rosary, which culminates in a golden cross and gemstone beads that swing from a pendant depicting the Virgin Mary.

Linked by sterling silver chain bathed in 22k gold, delightful moonstone and garnet gems circle the neck. Balinese artisan Ketut Sulastri creates the rosary, which culminates in a golden cross and gemstone beads that swing from a pendant depicting the Virgin Mary.

Ketut Sulastri transforms sterling silver and beads of beautiful moonstone into a classic rosary. Traditionally used by Roman Catholics, the rosary is a form of prayer; each bead represents a "Hail Mary," repeated in a decade, or group of ten. Between each decade, the "Our Father" is prayed and a mystery of the faith is contemplated. As is typical of this type of necklace, a charm depicting Mary, the mother of Jesus, sits solemnly above five beads and a sterling silver crucifix.

An elegant design for a night out, Ita Puspita's charming necklace is crafted with beautiful iridescent blue gems. The Balinese artisan uses six moonstones in bezel settings to create the necklace's pendant, while a sterling silver cable chain fastens with a spring ring clasp.

From Sukartini, this silver pendant evokes an ancient lantern decorated with lace. The locket opens to reveal a shining brass sphere. The silver pendant is crowned with moonstone and a long sterling chain completes the lovely necklace. Moonstone is thought a sacred stone of the moon goddess, who is protective of women,

Also called "angel necklaces" and "harmony balls," Such necklaces are often worn by pregnant women in Bali and also in Mexico. Many wear it as an amulet. Others prefer a long chain that 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.