personal jewelry

I recently purchased this beautiful sterling silver cuff elephant design bracelet. I love it! The detail is exquisite, and it has good weight to it. The only negative is the size. Like so many bracelets that I've bought from NOVICA artisans, this cuff bracelet is HUGE, and I do not have "dainty" wrists. Since it's a cuff, I can apply gentle pressure to close it tighter, but I do not want to misshape it, so I have to be very careful. Even at its tightest, this bracelet fits more like a bangle, falling down to the top of my hand, instead staying tightly cuffed around my wrist. This seems to be a regular occurrence from NOVICA artists. I love the uniqueness and the craftsmanship of NOVICA jewelry, but the craftsmen often size women's bracelets too big.

As a frequent traveler to Central America to explore Mayan ruins, this piece is a fine tribute to the culture of the Mayan civilization. It will now go with me when I travel...many thanks to the artist for a job well done!!!

I love this necklace. I have never seen a design even similar. The pendant is both playful & meaningful, the chain is decorative & handmade, the weight of silver used is generous, the craftsmanship is excellent. The combination of high creativity and high quality is a winner, in my view.