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Colorful gems of powerful beauty are designed to align with their respective chakras in a ring from Alok Jain. Crafted of sterling silver, the ring is crowned with amethyst, iolite, citrine, peridot, garnet, blue topaz and carnelian set within a gentle curve. Their colors correspond to a specific chakra for clear and light purple stones are associated with the 7th chakra (awareness and wisdom); the purple, violet and indigo gems with the 6th chakra (insight and perception), and the blue or light blue with the 5th, that of communication and truth. Green and pink stones are for love and compassion, linked to the heart, on the 4th chakra. For inner power and will, the 3rd chakra is associated with yellow gems, whereas emotion and sexuality are linked to red and orange gems for the 2nd chakra. Black gems are used to stimulate the 1st chakra, that of stability and security.

In Sanskrit, chakra refers to an energy vortex through which vital universal forces are channeled, and there are believed to be seven in the human body. When all seven are aligned the person feels a healthy sense of well-being.

.925 Sterling silver.

Over two carats of faceted gemstones sparkle in this stunning cocktail ring from Bali. Handcrafted by artisan Made Sugi, the ring is crowned with a pear-shaped citrine, a trillion-cut blue topaz, a round amethyst, and a checkerboard peridot. Traditional Balinese bun and jawan motifs border the gemstones, shimmering against the oxidized sterling silver band.

Jasper stones, representing strength, and hematite jewels associated with protection surround a red chalcedony pendant, forming part of Kathrine Atthakor's newest creation. Crafted in Thailand, this beaded stretch bracelet combines each gem to create a radiant vibe, finishing in a braided cord featuring a gorgeous red and grey palette.

Faceted gemstones set in rhodium plated sterling silver form the petals of a delicate flower. Transformed into earrings by Shanker, the blossoms showcase natural garnet, amethyst and citrine. Peridot, iolite and rainbow moonstone join them to surround a single blue topaz.

.925 Sterling silver

Tiraphan Hasub selects a festive array of gemstones for this delightful bracelet. Knotted by hand on a brown cord, rose quartz, green jade and bright glass beads bring color to her design. Quartz, brass and rain tree wood also appear to accompany a heart of reconstituted turquoise. Brass bells ring for good fortune.

The alley cat does her best to stay in the shadows. Contending with other night creatures, the feline also prefers to be neither seen nor heard. No wonder they call them "cat burglars!" The nocturnal nature of the notorious alley prowler is captured in beautiful detail by Balinese artisan Made Wardika. The circular pendant features a smiling crescent-moon, hand-carved from bone, with a cat of sterling silver sitting beside it. A pair of faceted garnet gemstones flank them, while the top and bottom are adorned with amethyst and peridot gems. The entire necklace receives a combination of oxidized and high-polish finishes for stunning visual contrast.