small earrings

Squares of sparkling cubic zirconia surround stones of kyanite with blue hues of tossing oceans in this pair of stud earrings from Thailand, designed by Michael Krainer. He works with local artisans to craft the earrings of sterling silver bathed in rhodium with a high-polish finish.

From petite lengths of chain dangle cute little elephants, crafted of sterling silver with a brushed-satin finish. Designed by Jantana, the Thai earrings are elaborated with petite stones of sparkling cubic zirconia that decorate the posts.

Diamonds of rainbow moonstone hold radiant teardrops, their natural charisma enhanced by silver settings. Suspended on sterling hooks, the gems grace regal earrings by Neeru Goel.

.925 Sterling silver

Glistening gemstones align with chakra energies on the basis of their color, inspiring these pinwheel earrings from Alok Jain. 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. This pair of sterling silver earrings includes amethyst, iolite, citrine, peridot, garnet, clear quartz , and carnelian. The clear and light purple stones are associated with the 7th chakra (awareness and wisdom); the purple, violet and indigo gems with 6th chakra (insight and perception), and the blue or light blue with the 5th, that of communication and truth. Green and pink stones 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.

.925 Sterling silver.

Glistening brightly, two oval moonstones are the center of attention in these sterling silver dangle earrings presented by Shanker of India. Small and delicate tendrils of sterling silver embrace two tear drop shaped gemstones of translucent purple amethyst in this stunning pair of earrings.

Two carats of faceted peridot gems are held within spade-shaped curves of rhodium-plated sterling silver. Small etched leaves and two cubic zirconia add extra sparkle and flair to these lovely dangle earrings, presented by Alok Jain.

From India's Alok Jain comes these rainbow moonstone and sterling silver dangle earrings which sparkle with a high polish finish. The artisan comments, "Lately, I have been much more involved in the design of jewelry. I'm inspired by nature, hence you will find that most of my jewelry items feature natural motifs." Crafted by hand, the hook earrings consist of a round ring covered with small blossoms; a cabochon rainbow moonstone in a bezel setting swings and sways in the ring's center.