yellow necklaces

Glistening gems surround a serpentine flower in a hand-knotted necklace by Thailand's Nareerat. She selects a bright assortment of gems that include clusters of chip-cut serpentine, carnelian and dyed yellow-green quartz. Round carnelians and dyed quartz in yellow and greenish yellow are dotted throughout the brown necklace that can be adjusted to the desired length.

A rainbow of colorful gemstone beads forms a dazzling blossom on this necklace from Anusara in Thailand. The flower pendant is composed of amethyst, carnelian, tiger's eye, dyed cultured freshwater pearl and dyed quartz in shades of cherry, forest green and yellow. She centers the pendant on multiple twig-like knotted strands of cream waxed polyester cord. The necklace can be secured at one of two lengths with a round red quartz bead.

Multicolored dewdrops bathe the sterling silver flower that centers this necklace from Alok Jain. The seven gems are chosen by virtue of their colors, each associated with a chakra point. In this necklace, amethyst is related to both the seventh or crown chakra associated with wisdom, and the sixth at the center of the forehead and associated with intuition. Blue topaz and iolite are associated with the fifth chakra, that of communication, and peridot corresponds to the fourth chakra, that of love and compassion. The third chakra's yellow hue of inner power is matched by citrine's glow and carnelian matches the second chakra, that of emotion and sexuality. Garnet's red glow is associated with the first chakra situated at the base of the spine, which corresponds to stability and security.

.925 Sterling silver

This floral medallion with multi colored petals is designed to energize the chakras. From Alok Jain, the sterling silver necklace is studded with amethyst, quartz, iolite, citrine, peridot, garnet and carnelian. The gems total 1.3 carats and their colors relate to a specific chakra: 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 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.

Indian designer Neeru Goel celebrates feminine chic with a wild assortment of colorful gems. The necklace features colorful buds studded with peridot, garnet, citrine, amethyst and iolite. Safely encased in sterling silver, the translucent gems center an amethyst chain. The gemstones total over nine carats.

.925 Sterling silver

Graceful and beautiful, this handcrafted necklace exemplifies Balinese artistry. Colorful gemstones nestle amid sterling silver leaves and flowers in bright array. Faceted amethyst, citrine and garnet total 2.4 carats to complement a cabochon carnelian. Buana crafts this extraordinary necklace and completes it with a braided black leather cord.

.925 Sterling silver

This pendant necklace exudes elegance with a gorgeous array of faceted gemstones that come together to create a harmonious design of timeless beauty. India's Shubhra Singh presents this stunning accessory, which is crafted expertly by hand of sterling silver by local artisans. Leaves of marquise peridot and citrine surround blooming buds of round garnet and pear-shaped amethyst, creating a delightful display of floral magnificence. Vines and leaves of high-polished sterling silver complete the eye-catching necklace, which is an ideal accessory for any ensemble.