The Divinity Collection
Elegant, festive necklaces that celebrate the divine.
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Handmade in USA by Smita.
Vintage Indian Tribal Silver Hindu God Cow Deity Kamdhenu Necklace
$ 159.00
This vintage ethnic tribal silver pendant from Rajasthan, India features Kamdhenu, (also known as Surabhi) a divine bovine-goddess revered in Hinduism as the mother of all cows. She is also considered a miraculous wish-granting "cow of plenty" and it has been believed that worshiping her at home or keeping her in close proximity brings wealth and abundance.
These Kamdhenu pendants are rare to find even in the old homes in the interiors of Rajasthan and hence this pendant is one of my most treasured finds.
To honor this sacred pendant, I wanted to use only old and recycled components in this composition. That explains the accompaniment of handmade African beads (made out of recycled glass) and handmade artisan Berber beads (made out of recycled silver and coins).
A handmade Bali silver clasp completes the look keeping it elegant and simple.
The necklace measures approx. 20 inches from end to end.
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Vintage Hindu God Krishna Necklace, Rajasthan Jewelry, Rare Ethnic Indian Tribal Silver
$ 649.00
This necklace features a rare ancient silver pendant from Rajasthan with a painting of Lord Krishna.
No one seems to know the origin or the artist of this painting (which I think adds an aura of mystery to this piece) but it appears to be deity Shrinathji, a manifestation of Krishna as a seven-year-old child as mentioned in Hindu scriptures.
I strung the pendant in a row of vintage Nepalese "Roman Face" beads alternating with artisan-made old Ethiopian silver bi-cones beads. These beads were made using traditional silversmithing techniques and each bead is unlike any other bead in the collection. Towards the back side of the necklace and right above the pendant, I strung handmade old Ethiopian silver heishi beads and closed the necklace in a sterling silver hook clasp.
The necklace has an extender chain and an Indian "ghunghroo" trinket at the end - both in sterling silver.
Isn't it amazing how every community of artists have their own interpretation and vision of Krishna - one of the most charming of Indian deities?
The necklace measures approx. 18 inches from end to end and the pendant adds an additional depth of 1.5 inches. The overall length can be adjusted upto another 2.5 inches approx. with the help of the extension chain.
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Vintage African Glass Bone Shell Necklace, Tribal Hindu Deity Hanuman Bajrangbali Necklace
$ 229.00
This very feminine and delicate necklace is made out of vintage African glass beads in creamy white color, old shell beads, bone beads and pure silver beads from Jaipur and a 925 hallmark silver Hanuman pendant from Rajasthan, India.
(The Hanuman pendant is contemporary silver and not a vintage piece.)
Lord Hanuman, an ardent devotee of Lord Rama and one of the central characters in the various versions of the epic Ramayana found in the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia, is worshiped for his bravery and fearlessness. He has many names like Maruti, Pawansuta, Bajrangbali, Mangalmurti and is considered to be strong and protective and is especially called upon for strength and comfort during times of fear and distress.
The shell beads have some imperfections that I have tried to highlight in the photos. These imperfections, in my opinion, add to the character and talk of the journey of the bead (the beauty of old beads is in their journey and the people who have loved and cherished them in different forms, don't you think? :))
However if those imperfections bother you, you can always turn them around when you wear the necklace.
The four floral silver rondelle beads around the bone beads are from Jaipur, India and are a higher quality silver than sterling 92.5%.
A Bali silver hook clasp completes the necklace. I added the "Brave" charm in honor of Lord Hanuman and with a prayer that this provides strength to the wearer and serves as a reminder of the "Brave" hidden within her. (The charm is a silver plated lead free, nickel free alloy.)
The necklace measures approx. 17 inches from end to end and sits pretty and delicate around the neck.
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Tribal Hindu Deity Durga Shakti 925 Silver Hematite Necklace, Diwali Navratri Necklace
$ 279.00
This necklace features a big Durga amulet from Rajasthan, India in 925 hallmark silver and powerful natural Brazilian hematite beads along with silver beads from Jaipur and Africa.
(The Durga pendant is contemporary silver and not a vintage piece.)
This amulet features Goddess Shakti in her Durga form, one of her ten forms that are revered during Durga Pooja or Navratras. In Indian mythology it is believed that Durga was born when Brahma, Vishnu and Shiv, the trinity of supreme divinity in Hinduism, were troubled by the atrocities of the demon Mahishasura and even their combined powers could do nothing to stop him. It was at this crucial point that Durga is said to have been born from the anger and helplessness of these three Gods. She is hence believed to be the supreme power or Shakti.
Hematite (different from "Hematine" which is a magnetic imitation of hematite) is one of the densest gemstones (though it is soft and has a slightly brittle tenacity and is to be handled with the same care as one would handle gemstones like Opal and Apatite) known and is believed to be a very powerful healing stone. It has been, since the Victorian times, used for alleviating blood-related disorders since it is thought to stimulate the absorption of iron and in turn, improve the supply and circulation of oxygen in the body. Hematite is also used for the relief of fever and pain from cramps. It is considered to be a grounding stone that has a cooling and calming effect. Mentally, it is thought to help calm the mind and clear the way for enhanced focus and concentration. Hematite is also an important stone in Chinese 'Feng Shui'.
A little fun fact: Hematite was used as red chalk for some of the earliest writing in human history. The first use of hematite is estimated to have been around 164,000 years ago. Red chalk mines dating back to 5000 BC have been found in Poland and Hungary.
The bicone shaped silver beads are vintage handmade African Berber beads. The four floral silver rondelle beads around the Berber silver beads are from Jaipur, India and are a higher quality silver than sterling 92.5%.
A Bali silver hook clasp completes the necklace. I added the "Brave" charm in honor of Maa Durga and with a prayer that this provides strength to the wearer and serves as a reminder of the "Brave" hidden within her. (The charm is a silver plated lead free, nickel free alloy.)
The necklace measures a little over 18 inches from end to end and sits majestic and powerful along the neckline.
The hematite has a burnt red metallic sheen which coupled with the patina on the silver makes it a very versatile piece to go with any outfit.
Due to the nature of Hematite, this necklace does have a significantly pleasing weight. It will make a very unique, heirloom worthy addition to your wardrobe.
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Tribal Durga Shakti Prayer Box Amulet Silver Necklace, Diwali Necklace
$ 189.00
This is a beautiful prayer box shaped tribal silver amulet from Rajasthan, India with the Goddess Durga in her Shakti form.
According to Hindu scriptures, Goddess Durga is the mother of the universe and the power or "Shakti" behind the work of creation, preservation, and destruction of the world.
Since time immemorial she has been worshiped as the supreme feminine energy that is used against the negative forces of evil. She is believed to be the combined form of all the powers of all Goddesses.
The amulet opens from the left (as shown in the picture) and can be used to store any precious item like a religious/motivational verse, a love note, herbs, essential oil soaked cotton, dry flowers or any little trinket of emotional significance.
I strung this pendant in a strand of Infrared fire-polished saturated matte fuchsia glass beads from the Czech republic. These beads have been very hard to photograph as they show color variations from hot pink to dusty rose to coral pink. But in each of those variations they look just as pretty!
Interspersed in that strand are six small charms made by Karen Hill Tribe Artisans in Northern Thailand. This beautiful metal distinguishes itself by having a much higher content of pure silver than sterling silver. Each piece is made by hand using age old silver-smith processes and tools. The result is an earthy, artisan feel that gives this necklace such a pious look!
(An interesting fact about Karen Hill Tribe silver artisans that I learnt is that they were the earliest of the Hill Tribes to settle in Thailand and most of them fled persecution in Burma. In addition to being skilled silversmiths, they are good elephant handlers and farmers. Originally, many of the hill tribes were involved in opium growing in the Golden Triangle mountainous areas of Northern Thailand and had run the soil barren with their destructive farming techniques.
In 1969 Thailand's revered King decided to try to help tackle the crisis with "The Royal Project" that encouraged new rotational crops to replace opium and focused on self sufficiency by making silver-smithing the world famous cottage industry that it is today.)
A Bali silver hook clasp completes the necklace. I added the "Brave" charm in honor of Maa Durga and with a prayer that this provides strength to the wearer and serves as a reminder of the "Brave" hidden within her. (The charm is a silver plated lead free, nickel free alloy.)
The necklace measures a approx. 18 inches from end to end and sits extremely pretty around the neck.
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SOLD: Vintage Indian Silver Hindu Deity Shakti Durga Necklace, Leather Necklace
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This vintage ethnic tribal silver pendant from Rajasthan, India features Goddess Shakti in her Durga form - one of her ten forms that are revered during Durga Pooja or Navratras.
In Indian mythology it is believed that Durga was born when Brahma, Vishnu and Shiv, the trinity of supreme divinity in Hinduism, were troubled by the atrocities of the demon Mahishasura and even their combined powers could do nothing to stop him. It was at this crucial point that Durga is said to have been born from the anger and helplessness of these three Gods. She is hence believed to be the supreme power or Shakti.
I used old tribal tube and tiny disc beads (silver content of these is unknown since they are really old and the original source of these beads is not known) and strung the pendant in leather cord in a mustard yellow shade to compliment the yellow brass like patina on the disc beads. The Durga pendant is heavier than many such small silver amulets from that era with a weight of 3.7 gms.
A handmade Bali silver hook completes the look, keeping it elegant, simple and versatile.
Since this necklace comes in neutral shades, it can be worn with any outfit without the need for color coordination. It measures approx. 16.5 inches from end to end and creates a unique choker.
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SOLD: Rajasthan Miniature Painting Lakshmi Wealth Goddess Footprint Necklace
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This necklace features a small hand painted silver pendant that illustrates the sacred symbol of Goddess Lakshmi's feet.
In Indian religious scriptures, Lakshmi is the goddess of wealth and prosperity and it is believed that wherever she goes, there is abundance and wealth. These foot print symbols are hence considered pious and fortifying and every year during the Diwali festival, they are worn or drawn in Indian homes to invite the Goddess into their lives.
The blue-grey color used in the pendant was so unique that I spent weeks scouring bead stores (and looking up online) for the color matching beads that added to and not took away from (yes, some beads are known to do that :)) the beauty that this little pendant is. And imagine my joy when at the end of three weeks I ran into an exact match in the Crystals section at my local bead store! The joy!
I added orange lampwork glass beads to the crystals to bring out the colors of the feet.
The necklace is approx. 17 inches long so it sits very close to the clavicle. The metal beads used through the length of the necklace are a combination of silver plated zinc and Bali silver beads. A Bali silver clasp completes the look.
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All the metal components I use in my jewelry, unless specified otherwise, are high quality lead free and nickel free base metals. Wherever possible I use made in USA Tierracast metal components.
SOLD: Pink Green Ganesha Sterling Silver Miniature Painting Necklace
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This necklace features a Ganesha pendant hand painted by an artist based in Jaipur, Rajasthan. To match the green and pink colors in the painting, I used pink jade beads with a dash of pink Cat's eye cubes and green crystals. The pendant is in Sterling Silver (the back side has the new designer 92.5 stamp) and the S clasp and metal beads used through the length of the necklace are silver plated zinc beads.
Ganesha, also known as Ganapati, Vinayaka or Binayaka, is one of the most worshiped deities in the Hindu pantheon. In India, not only do Hindu sects worship him regardless of affiliations, devotion to Ganesha also extends to Jains and Buddhists.
Lord Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the Deva of intellect and wisdom. As the god of beginnings, he is honored at the start of rites and ceremonies. Ganesha is also invoked as patron of letters and learning during writing sessions.
The necklace measures approx. 18 inches from end to end.
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SOLD: Hindu Deity Miniature Painting Silver Hanuman Necklace, Ramayana Life Protector Necklace
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This handpainted Haunman pendant has been created by an artist based in Jaipur, Rajasthan. I loved the blue and deep burgundy color combination he used and inspired by that I strung it in a strand of crystal beads in the same colors. The pendant is in Sterling Silver (the back side has the new designer 92.5 stamp) and the hook clasp is a handmade Bali silver clasp. The metal beads used through the length of the necklace are a combination of silver plated zinc and Bali silver beads. I added two lovely dark red Copal resin beads as Copal is known to have a healing energy.
Hanuman, an ardent devotee of Lord Rama and one of the central characters in the various versions of the epic Ramayana found in the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia, is worshiped for his bravery and fearlessness. He has many names like Maruti, Pawansuta, Bajrangbali, Mangalmurti and is considered to be strong and protective and is especially called upon for strength and comfort during times of fear and distress.
This is a sweet, no-fuss necklace for everyday wear. I added a "Brave" charm to the necklace in honor of Lord Hanuman and with a prayer that this provides strength to the wearer and serves as a reminder of the "Brave" hidden within her.
The necklace measures approx. 20 inches from end to end.
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SOLD: Buddha Zen Miniature Painting Necklace, Yellow Jade Choker Necklace, Yoga Meditation Necklace
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This necklace features a Buddha pendant hand painted by an artist based in Jaipur, Rajasthan. To match the yello, orange and brown colors in the painting, I used yellow jade beads with dark orange lampwork beads. The pendant is in Sterling Silver (the back side has the new designer 92.5 stamp) and the lobster clasp and metal beads used through the length of the necklace are silver plated zinc beads.
The necklace measures approx. 16 inches from end to end and sits on the clavicle like a choker.
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All the metal components I use in my jewelry, unless specified otherwise, are high quality lead free and nickel free metals. Wherever possible I use made in USA Tierracast metal components.
SOLD: Blue Multistrand Large Silver Ganesha Necklace, Diwali Necklace
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A gorgeous blue necklace featuring a hand painted large Ganesha pendant in hallmark 925 silver and chunky faceted blue jade beads interspersed with sterling silver Indian bell charms matching those on the pendant.
Ganesha, also known as Ganapati, Vinayaka or Binayaka, is one of the most worshiped deities in the Hindu pantheon. In India, not only do Hindu sects worship him regardless of affiliations, devotion to Ganesha also extends to Jains and Buddhists.
Lord Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the Deva of intellect and wisdom. As the god of beginnings, he is honored at the start of rites and ceremonies. Ganesha is also invoked as patron of letters and learning during writing sessions.
The necklace measures approx. 17 inches from end to end and sits in a gorgeous spread across the neckline. The pendant measures 4 inches from top to bottom and 3 inches in diameter and makes an impactful statement. The hook clasp is a handmade Bali silver clasp.
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SOLD Ganesha Necklace, Purple Lavender Mauve Necklace
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This necklace features a Ganesha pendant hand painted by an artist based in Jaipur, Rajasthan. I used three strands of light purple crystal beads interspersed with silver cubes along with purple discs and large oval fresh water pearls in mauve/grey hues to string this.
The pendant is in Sterling Silver (the back side has the new designer 92.5 stamp) and the hook clasp is a handmade Bali silver clasp. The metal beads used through the length of the necklace are a combination of silver plated zinc and Bali silver beads.
Ganesha, also known as Ganapati, Vinayaka or Binayaka, is one of the most worshiped deities in the Hindu pantheon. In India, not only do Hindu sects worship him regardless of affiliations, devotion to Ganesha also extends to Jains and Buddhists.
Lord Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the Deva of intellect and wisdom. As the god of beginnings, he is honored at the start of rites and ceremonies. Ganesha is also invoked as patron of letters and learning during writing sessions.
This is a sweet, feminine and very elegant necklace for day as well as evening wear. The crystal beads reflect light beautifully and make it a delicate shiny piece for evenings. The necklace measures approx. 18 inches from end to end on the shortest strand. The three strands and the pendant hang down to approx. another 2 inches.
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Red Coral Tribal Indian Silver Hindu Necklace
$ 289.00
This big ethnic sterling silver pendant from Rajasthan, India features seven Indian deity icons with Lord Ganesha being at the center. (The pendant has the hallmark 925 stamp for Sterling Silver at the back as an assurance of silver purity.)
The necklace features Rajasthani tribal sterling silver beads, custard yellow African recycled glass beads, Red bamboo Coral tubes, blue Raku ceramic beads, chunky big silver shell pearl beads and a handmade Bali silver clasp.
The necklace measures approx. 24 inches from end to end and the pendant is approx 3.5 inches x 3 inches.
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Red Brown Dzi Bead Tibetan Prayer Wheel And Rudraksha Chunky Necklace
$ 159.00
The necklace features a beautiful Tibetan Prayer Wheel with large Tibetan Dzi Eye beads in red and brown and big dark red Rudraksha beads from India. Large bronze disc spacers around the Rudraksha beads bring out the colors in the prayer wheel and also add to the warm hues in the necklace.
The necklace measures approx. 19 inches from end to end and sits in a comfortable spread around the neck. The hook clasp is a lead and nickel free bronze finish alloy.
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All the metal components I use in my jewelry, unless specified otherwise, are high quality lead free and nickel free metals. Wherever possible I use made in USA Tierracast metal components.
Rare Vintage Silver Amulets Rose Quartz Multi Charm Necklace, Durga Shakti Silver Puja Necklace
$ 329.00
This necklace features five vintage tribal silver amulets from Rajasthan. These amulets have been known to have been created between 1920s to 1950s.
The big central "yoni" shaped amulet features Maa Durga or Shakti. The word "Yoni" (which means "womb") is the symbol of the Hindu Divine Goddess.
The Hindu Goddess Shakti, in her Durga form, is one of the ten forms that are revered during Durga Pooja or Navratras. In Indian mythology it is believed that Durga was born when Brahma, Vishnu and Shiv, the trinity of supreme divinity in Hinduism, were troubled by the atrocities of the demon Mahishasura and even their combined powers could do nothing to stop him. It was at this crucial point that Durga is said to have been born from the anger and helplessness of these three Gods. She is hence believed to be the supreme power or Shakti.
There is also another interpretation of the image on this amulet. Some texts say it depicts the four armed Bheru or Bhairava - a form of Lord Shiva in his fearful aspect - together with his "vahana" (vehicle) - the dog. In his Bhairava form, Shiva has a trishul (trident), a drum, a dagger and a skull-mace (khatvanga).
The four smaller amulets capture Maa Durga in her various forms with the first one on the left of the central amulet being the one to capture the Goddess's feet, a revered tradition in the Hindu pantheon.
Interspersed between the ancient amulets are floral silver rondelle beads from Jaipur, India. They are a higher quality silver than sterling 92.5%.
A Bali silver hook clasp completes the necklace. I added the "Brave" charm in honor of Maa Durga and with a prayer that this provides strength to the wearer and serves as a reminder of the "Brave" hidden within her. (The charm is a silver plated lead free, nickel free alloy.)
The necklace measures approx. 18 inches from end to end.
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Rare Vintage 925 Silver Tribal Deities Rajasthan Ancient Amulets Tibetan dZi Agate Necklace
$ 349.00
Large Tibetan 3 Eye pattern dZi beads in green, grey and brown hues coupled with seven ancient tribal silver amulets from Rajasthan, India. These amulets feature Hindu dieties and were made between 1920s - 1950s.
The necklace measures a little more than 18 inches from end to end and sits in a gorgeous spread across the neckline. The hook clasp is a handmade Bali silver clasp.
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Rajasthan Silver Hindu Goddess Tiger Eye Necklace Earrings Set
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This necklace features a large round Durga amulet from Rajasthan, India in 925 hallmark silver and Tiger Eye gemstone beads along with Berber silver beads from Africa. (The Durga pendant is contemporary silver and not a vintage piece.)
Tiger Eye (or Tiger’s Eye more specifically) is known to be an ancient talisman. Mysterious and powerful, revered and feared, an “all-seeing, all-knowing eye,” thought to grant the wearer a similar ability. Linked to the tiger, (the king of beasts and Maa Durga's vaahan or vehicle), this stone portrays courage, integrity and the righteous use of power.
A fun fact: It was chosen by the Egyptians for the eyes in their deity statues to express divine vision, and was believed to provide the protection of the sun and earth combined, of Ra, the Sun God and Geb, the God of the growing land. Roman soldiers carried it to deflect weapons and to be brave in battle. It has been highly regarded throughout history as a stone of prosperity and good fortune, protecting one’s resources and reflecting back malice or threats from others.
The silver amulet features Goddess Shakti in her Durga form, one of her ten forms that are revered during Durga Pooja or Navratras. In Indian mythology it is believed that Durga was born when Brahma, Vishnu and Shiv, the trinity of supreme divinity in Hinduism, were troubled by the atrocities of the demon Mahishasura and even their combined powers could do nothing to stop him. It was at this crucial point that Durga is said to have been born from the anger and helplessness of these three Gods. She is hence believed to be the supreme power or Shakti.
The bicone shaped silver beads are vintage handmade African Berber beads. The other silver beads interspersed through the length of the necklace are silver plated heishi disc beads.
The earrings are Sterling Silver Tiger Eye gemstone earrings from Jaipur, India.
A Bali silver hook clasp completes the necklace. I added the "Brave" charm in honor of Maa Durga and with a prayer that this provides strength to the wearer and serves as a reminder of the "Brave" hidden within her. (The charm is a silver plated lead free, nickel free alloy.)
The necklace measures approx. 18 inches from end to end. The pendant is around 2.5 inches in diameter.
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Rajasthan Hindu Deity Footprints Silver Peridot Jade Gemstone Necklace Earrings Set
$ 189.00
This necklace features a Hindu Deity footprint amulet from Rajasthan, India in 925 hallmark silver and high grade Jade gemstone beads in Peridot green along with Berber silver beads from Africa. (The silver pendant is contemporary silver and not a vintage piece.)
There are many interpretations of the image on this amulet. Some believe these to be Lord Vishnu's footprints revered in tribal India as Sripada - Sripada. It is also believed that these are Lord Buddha's footprints. Some interpret this image as the footprints of Goddess Lakshmi. The common theme in every interpretation is that the footprints serve as a proof of the deity's presence. It is believed that with a spiritual mindset and heart you can see God's footprints wherever you look.
The bicone shaped silver beads are vintage handmade African Berber beads. The floral silver rondelle beads around them are from Jaipur, India and are a higher quality silver than sterling 92.5%.
A Bali silver hook clasp completes the necklace. I added the "Believe" charm in honor of the spiritual significance and the thoughtful message behind this amulet. (The charm is a silver plated lead free, nickel free alloy.)
The earrings feature the jade beads matching the necklace along with silver plated lotus charms in a lead free, nickel free alloy.
The necklace measures approx. 18 inches from end to end. The pendant is around 1.5 inches long.
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Protection Amulet Lakshmi Ganesha Necklace Indian Jewelry Tribal Necklace Gift For Mom
$ 389.00
This necklace comes with a rare ancient tribal silver pendant from Rajasthan featuring the Hindu deities Ganesha and Lakshmi. In addition to the large statement pendant, four very old tribal silver charms featuring other Hindu deities are combined with eight hand rolled Hill Tribe silver beads and four old handmade Ethiopian silver bi-cones made by tribal artisans using traditional silversmithing techniques.
The necklace also has six long green glass beads from Nepal. These beads are very old and have a lot of character. I combined them with matte gold/copper hematite beads for grounding and an overall muted rustic look.
A handmade sterling silver hook clasp and a sterling silver extender chain complete the necklace.
The necklace measures approx. 25 inches from end to end and the pendant adds an additional depth of 2.5 inches. The overall length can be adjusted upto another 2.5 inches approx. with the help of the extension chain.
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Pink Silver Rajasthan Old Tribal Disc African Recycled Glass Hindu Deity Necklace
$ 289.00
This necklace features old tribal silver Hindu Deity disc pendants from Rajasthan, India strung in a strand of pink African recycled glass beads that are by far the most ethical and earth friendly beads available. Interspersed between the pink beads are handmade tribal Ethiopian silver beads from Africa. The necklace closes in a handmade sterling silver clasp from Bali.
The necklace measures approx. 18 inches from end to end and the disc pendants are approx 1 inch in diameter.
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Old Silver Vintage Tribal Rajasthan Hindu Deity Ancient Amulet Necklace, Sunstone Necklace
$ 439.00
This is a large vintage tribal silver amulet from Rajasthan, India in the shape of a "yoni" ("Yoni" which means "womb" is the symbol of the Hindu Divine Goddess). The estimated age of this pendant is about 80-90 years.
There are multiple interpretations of the image on this amulet. Some texts say it depicts the four armed Bheru or Bhairava - a form of Lord Shiva in his fearful aspect - together with his "vahana" (vehicle) - the dog. In his Bhairava form, Shiva has a trishul (trident), a drum, a dagger and a skull-mace (khatvanga).
In most cases the same image, due to its feminine form, is associated with Goddess Shakti in the Kali Mata form.
I strung this pendant in five strands of high quality faceted Sunstone beads. These stones show an amazing brilliance as the light hits them. Sunstone is also considered to be a very powerful stone in crystal energy work for dispelling fears and phobias. It is also known to bring leadership qualities to its wearer in addition to decreasing stress and depression. This made it the ideal choice to combine with the energy of this amulet.
I closed the strands with handmade Bali silver bead cones and a Bali silver S-hook clasp. I added the "Brave" charm in honor of the divine presence on this amulet and with a prayer that this provides strength to the wearer and serves as a reminder of the "Brave" hidden within her. (The charm is a silver plated lead free, nickel free alloy.)
The necklace measures a little more than 17 inches from end to end and sits in a gorgeously generous spread around the neck.
In few words, this necklace is understated elegance!
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Lakshmi Feet 925 Silver Diwali Necklace, Long Boho Tassel Necklace
$ 69.00
This necklace features a hand painted silver pendant that illustrates the sacred symbol of Goddess Lakshmi's feet.
In Indian religious scriptures, Lakshmi is the goddess of wealth and prosperity and it is believed that wherever she goes, there is abundance and wealth. These foot print symbols are hence considered pious and fortifying and every year during the Diwali or Deepawali festival, they are worn or drawn in Indian homes to invite the Goddess into their lives.
I used dark red crystal beads interspersed with beige glass discs to match the colors on the pendant. A handmade silk thread tassel and a silver foot charm add a charming embellishment to the Bali silver clasp. The metal beads used through the length of the necklace are a combination of silver plated zinc and Bali silver beads.
The necklace measures approx. 21 inches from end to end and the pendant is approx. 1.3 inches in diameter.
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Hindu God Lakshmi Blessing Hands Rajasthan Miniature Art Sterling Silver Diwali Necklace
$ 59.00
This necklace features a small hand painted silver pendant that illustrates the sacred symbol of Goddess Lakshmi's hands lifted up in blessings. The miniature was painted by an artist in Jaipur, Rajasthan,
In Indian religious scriptures, Lakshmi is the goddess of wealth and prosperity and it is believed that wherever she goes, there is abundance and wealth. These hands signify Her blessings are hence considered pious and fortifying and every year during the Diwali (or Deepawali) festival, they are worn or drawn in Indian homes to invite the Goddess into their lives.
I used red, orange and sienna Raku ceramic beads coupled with ivory white glass disc beads to make this pendant into a sweet and charming choker length necklace. It is approx. 17.5 inches long so it sits very close to the clavicle but isn't as snug as a conventional choker. The metal beads used through the length of the necklace are a combination of silver plated zinc and Bali silver beads. A Bali silver clasp completes the look.
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All the metal components I use in my jewelry, unless specified otherwise, are high quality lead free and nickel free base metals. Wherever possible I use made in USA Tierracast metal components.
Ganesha Pendant Chunky Grey Pearl Shell Necklace, Hindu Deity Painting Necklace
$ 169.00
This necklace features three beautiful Ganesha pendants hand painted by an artist based in Jaipur, Rajasthan. They are a fine example of exquisite miniature art very famous in Rajasthan. The paintings are encased in Sterling Silver pendants that have the designer hallmark stamp of 92.5 at their back.
I used chunky shell pearl beads in grey/silver and Berber spiral silver pendants to tie the whole look together. The large shell pearls bring out the grey background of the paintings and make this a stunning example of how Indian and African traditional art forms and motifs can be blended together to create a contemporary modern look.
The hook clasp is a handmade Bali silver clasp and the silver beads used in the necklace are silver plated high quality zinc beads.
Ganesha, also known as Ganapati, Vinayaka or Binayaka, is one of the most worshiped deities in the Hindu pantheon. In India, not only do Hindu sects worship him regardless of affiliations, devotion to Ganesha also extends to Jains and Buddhists.
Lord Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the Deva of intellect and wisdom. As the god of beginnings, he is honored at the start of rites and ceremonies. Ganesha is also invoked as patron of letters and learning during writing sessions.
The necklace measures approx. 18 inches from end to end and sits beautifully in an elegant spread around the neck line.
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All the metal components I use in my jewelry, unless specified otherwise, are high quality lead free and nickel free metals. Wherever possible I use made in USA Tierracast metal components.
Ganesha Necklace, Lakshmi Necklace, Ruby Silver Sari Silk Necklace Earrings Set
$ 579.00
This necklace features a large sterling silver pendant called the Tewta (or Tevta) pendant from Rajasthan. (It comes with the 925 hallmark stamp at the back.) I strung it in silk cords and recycled sari silk ribbons in the ruby red/pink color to match with the genuine Ruby studded silver earrings. (The earrings are silver plated over copper and absolutely beautiful just by themselves.) The necklace features a melange of pure silver, silver plated and sterling silver trinkets including some artisan made antique Berber silver beads.
The necklace has a sterling silver chain attached at both ends and can be strung to a flexible length from 23 inches to 25 inches. The pendant is approx. 4 inches tall and 3 inches wide.
A Bali sterling silver hook completes the necklace.
Ganesha Miniature Painting 925 Silver Necklace, Religious Necklace
$ 79.00
This necklace features a Ganesha pendant hand painted by an artist based in Jaipur, Rajasthan. I used lampwork glass beads in deep orange and yellow faceted Jade beads to bring out the lovely Ganesha image against the silver grey background.
The pendant is in Sterling Silver (the back side has the new designer 92.5 stamp) and the hook clasp is a handmade Bali silver clasp. The metal beads used through the length of the necklace are a combination of silver plated zinc and Bali silver beads.
Ganesha, also known as Ganapati, Vinayaka or Binayaka, is one of the most worshiped deities in the Hindu pantheon. In India, not only do Hindu sects worship him regardless of affiliations, devotion to Ganesha also extends to Jains and Buddhists.
Lord Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the Deva of intellect and wisdom. As the god of beginnings, he is honored at the start of rites and ceremonies. Ganesha is also invoked as patron of letters and learning during writing sessions.
This is a sweet, elegant and no-fuss necklace for everyday wear. The necklace measures approx. 22 inches from end to end.
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