peridot and amethyst

Quetzalcoatl, the "feathered serpent" was a revered deity in Mesoamerican myth and legend. Mariana Llanes depicts him as a sterling silver dragon that take its own tail in his mouth. "When one becomes many, they awaken the dragon, and duality emerges — light and darkness, what is mine, yours and belonging to others," ths artist says. "Our differences, survival and the struggles for power.

"By biting its tail, the dragon places all its energy toward understanding who we are and why we're here. It speaks of overcoming one's own ego, of humility.

"For me, the open hands are a beautiful representation of human collaboration. They symbolize friendship, honesty, respect, solidarity and willingness.

"Black crosses flank the hands along with garnet droplets that represent the death and suffering caused by wars. This is in honor of everyone who has died because of war. And it's a prayer that their lives and their blood be seeds that germinate in green fields of conscience, learning, and respect for life and for our differences.

"The spirals speak of life's cyclical nature and of resilience. Of our capacity to learn and change our reality, converting painful experiences into strength and wisdom.

"The feather pendants are symbols of the birds that collect our prayers around the world — for peace, for justice, for equality and the rights of everyone. They carry our voices in their song and they carry our prayers for peace."

The pendant is worn on a beaded gemstone strand of amethyst, iolite, citrine, peridot, carnelian and garnet.

When the chakra centers align in harmonious unity, life becomes enchanting and peaceful. India's Sumit Dhawan channels these magical sensations in this beaded necklace, composed of precious gem beads in a rainbow palette. The accessory has a sterling silver pendant where faceted sodalite, garnet, blue topaz, carnelian, amethyst, peridot and citrine stones rest, forming a one-carat arrangement that represents each chakra center.

Dancing beautifully at the bottom of these dangle earrings, lotus pendants represent your soul in an enlightenment state, shining for the world. Balinese artisan Wayan Trisna uses 18k gold-plated sterling silver to create this gorgeous design, inspired by the traditional Chakra doctrine. Garnet, amethyst, carnelian, rose quartz, recon turquoise, peridot and citrine jewels adorn the pieces as a representation of the union between your inner energies.

Every knot tells a story in this wanderlust-worthy macrame bracelet, where earthy craft meets colorful magic. Thai artisan Saranarat orchestrates a brilliant parade of peridot, moonstone, amethyst, rhodochrosite and glass beads, with a 24k gold-plated chakra pendant that adds whispers of metallic warmth to the free-spirited design. Its intricately knotted cord is adjustable, topped by petite brass beads.

Wear them together for a glam appearance or choose one to wear each day of the week--Arshad Ullah's set of seven stretch bracelets look lovely either way. Using elastic cord, Thai artisans hand craft each bracelet with its own gemstone: red garnet, purple amethyst, ethereal moonstone, vibrant peridot, warm carnelian, deep sunstone, and bright reconstituted turquoise. Sterling silver-plated brass beads add a bit of bright shine to the set.

Dancing gracefully at the bottom of these dangle earrings, lotus pendants represent your soul and its spiritual side, shining for the world. Balinese artisan Wayan Trisna uses sterling silver to create this stunning design, inspired by the traditional Chakra doctrine. Garnet, amethyst, carnelian, rose quartz, recon turquoise, peridot and citrine jewels adorn the pieces as a representation of the union between your inner energies.

Delicate gemstones dance along this bohemian macrame bracelet where peridot mingles with moonstone, amethyst and rhodochrosite in a celebration of color. Thai artisan Saranarat weaves natural beauty with precise craftsmanship, finishing the adjustable bracelet with a radiant 24k gold-plated lucky clover pendant and brass beads.

Natural jewels of amethyst, aquamarine, peridot, citrine and apatite dance around a sterling silver design from the stunning Andean lands. Infused with a dreamy aura, these dangle earrings combine their round pendants with gemstones, creating a spectacle of beauty and color.

Aquamarine for peace, amethyst for wisdom, and peridot for good luck make these dangle earrings shine with the essence of a dream that came true. Peruvian artisan Silvia Garcia uses sterling silver to join each jewel together, creating a piece that exudes enchanted beauty.