Earthy Jasper Statement Necklace Earrings Set

- Unique OOAK Boho Jewelry for Nature Lover -

This gemstone statement necklace and earrings set features a unique jasper pendant, rainforest jasper beads, ornate leaf beads, brown zebra jasper rounds, red-brown brecciated jasper rondelles, cream freshwater pearls, and sterling silver components. The rainforest jasper pendant and beads are all one-of-a-kind creations of Mother Nature, with earthy color tones and touches of quartz. I love the preferred side of the pendant, with its brown matrix, green coloring, and cream-colored spotting. It reminds me of woodland color in the light of a cloudy day. 

To complement the brown matrix of the central focal, I chose the zebra and brecciated jaspers. I selected the lovely cream leaf beads, which are made of shell, to echo the similar lighter areas of the focal and further suggest a woodland scenario. The freshwater pearls also echo the pendant's cream color, and the rainforest round beads provide accents for the pendant's "greenery." I created the pendant from a teardrop-shaped jasper bead, wiring it with hammer-strengthened sterling to provide a bail.

The necklace also includes high-quality 49-strand beading wire and the following sterling silver components: "S" hook, rondelles (3mm, 4mm), rounds (2mm), petalled bead caps, wire (20 gauge), earring pins (22 gauge), earring hooks, twist crimps, and crimp covers. Most of those components were made in the USA.

The matching earrings add a special extra to the necklace and were designed to accent rather than overwhelm the necklace. Their design is a classic stack. The hooks are sterling, with their hallmark on the rear of the wires. They come with clear ear guards for better security when the earrings are worn.

The length of the necklace is approximately 21 inches. The pendant measure about 1.5 inches in length, including the bail. As for the earrings, they measure 1.5 inches long including the hooks. Please see my photos for a measurement picture with a ruler and coin for relative size comparison.

Inspired by nature, with lovely earthy color tones, this jasper gemstone statement necklace and earrings jewelry set was handmade by me with care, thought, and best wishes for its destined wearer. It comes in an eco-friendly kraft box, all wrapped and ready for gifting to someone special—perhaps yourself!

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Genuine Malachite & Amethyst Woodland Earrings

- Unique Handmade Nature-Walk Boho Jewelry -

These stylish gemstone and leaf charm earrings feature long nature-inspired teardrops, amethyst beads, and malachite rounds. The charms are from TierraCast (made in USA) and are silver-on-pewter engraved beauties. They remind me of forest undergrowth with leafy fallen branches and curling wild ferns. This woodland quality makes the earrings wonderful as a unique gift for anyone who is a nature lover.

To suggest wild violets growing in the woods, I chose nicely faceted amethyst rounds. They catch the light well and "rule" the earrings with color. Accompanying them are pairs of malachite, which give us the hue of fertility and forest growth. These are genuine malachite beads, not the fake malachite that is so common these days. They have nice color variegation for beads so small, and although each one is naturally different, they go together well.

This lovely pair of long boho dangles also includes: sterling silver round beads (made in USA), sterling silver earring wires ornamented (by me) with sterling beads, and ear guards, to help keep the earrings more secure on your ears. The length of the leaf drops is about 7/8th of an inch. The length of the earrings, including the earring hooks, is approximately 2.25 inches.

Please see my photos for a measurement picture showing the earrings alongside a ruler. A penny is included for further comparative sizing.

These leafy charm earrings with amethyst and malachite join my line of unique bohemian jewelry for women. They were handmade by me with great care, thought, and best wishes for their destined owner. They will arrive on a PrettyGonzo jewelry card and in a nice organza bag, all wrapped up and ready for gifting to a lover of nature and woodland pleasures—perhaps yourself!

ABOUT AMETHYST
A member of the quartz family, amethyst is traditionally considered a protective, talismanic stone. The name amethyst comes from the Greek word "amethusos," which means "not drunk." The gemstone is associated with the crown chakra, and is the birthstone for February. Amethysts are actually crystals and often have inclusions, clouding, and other interesting elements to them, as well as various shadings of their distinctive purple color.

ABOUT MALACHITE
This gemstone, as the other two, has been treasured and used for jewelry since ancient times. It was especially valued in Greece, Rome, and Egypt. It also ornamented amulets and statues, and was even ground into powder for use as eye shadow. Malachite's name may have come from the Greek "malache," which means mallow (a green plant). This mineral was also popular in medieval times as a talisman to protect its wearer against the evil eye. Perhaps malachite has attracted so much attention over the ages because of its green coloration, which always varies and suggests nature and growth. Currently there are many relatively inexpensive faux and synthetic forms of malachite on the market. I am a stickler for authentic malachite, and pay what I must pay for the genuine gemstone.

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Nature-Inspired Amethyst Gemstone Necklace
Peridot Crystals, Freshwater Pearls, Sterling Silver

This eye-catching gemstone necklace features amethyst gemstones, green peridot crystals, and glossy freshwater pearls, offering an earthy elegance suitable for both formal and casual wear. There are three different amethyst bead types: tapered oval tubes, oval flat beads, and small rounds. Their color is a light, delicately toned violet, with pale areas of quartz. Amethyst itself is a variety of quartz. The color mix of purple and green always reminds me of irises, lilacs, lavender, or other purple flowers in garden greenery.

To enhance these colors, I choose off-white freshwater pearls and Italian-made sterling silver rounds (2mm) and rondelles (3mm, 4mm). I also added petaled sterling silver bead caps to the oval rounded flat amethyst beads. The green peridot crystals (6mm, 4mm) are from Swarovski and bicone in shape. All together, these elements give this necklace gloss, shine, and sparkle.

This piece is designed with three amethyst tube beads as focals in the center of the necklace. Each one is bordered by the larger sterling rondelles. Between each amethyst focal is a bead group with three pearls flanked by small silver rounds and the peridot crystals. Then on either side of the strand are the following:

• Another 6mm peridot crystal
• A bead group with three bead-capped flat oval amethyst beads separated by the smaller (4mm) crystals
• A set of nine freshwater pearls, with smaller sterling rounds separating the beads into trios
• Another small sterling bead, followed by six amethyst rounds
• Finishing components that include a large heavy-duty sterling crimp covered by a sterling crimp cover (4mm), a sterling silver wire guard, and two of the smaller silver rondelles bordering the crimp

The wire guards help to protect from abrasion the necklace's high-quality 49-strand beading wire (made in the USA). The clasp is a sterling silver "S" hook, with a soldered silver connector ring. The necklace strand's length is approximately 20 inches.

A real day brightener and highly versatile, this pretty amethyst necklace with peridot crystals and freshwater pearls was handmade by me with care, thought, and best wishes for its destined wearer. It comes in a nice organza bag set inside an eco-friendly kraft box, all wrapped up for gift giving to that special someone—perhaps yourself!

ABOUT THE GEMSTONE
A member of the quartz family, amethyst is traditionally considered a protective, talismanic stone. The name amethyst comes from the Greek word "amethusos," which means "not drunk." The gemstone is associated with the crown chakra, and is the birthstone for February. Amethysts are actually crystals and often have inclusions, clouding, and other interesting elements to them, as well as various shadings of their distinctive purple color.

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White Pearl Bridal Bracelet with Eternal Spiral Charm

- Irish Wedding, Genuine Malachite, Celtic Triskele Dangle -

This sweet Irish-themed pearl bracelet features glossy white pearls and sparkly crystals along with a lovely triple-spiral Celtic triskele charm. The pearls and crystals are from Swarovski and were made in Austria. The Celtic charm, which is an eternity spiral, is from TierraCast and was made in the USA. (Please note the design appears on the front only.) Also included to represent the rich landscape of Ireland are genuine malachite gemstone beads.

Also included are the following:

• Sterling silver beads and rondelles
• Sterling silver twist crimps and wire guards
• High-quality 49-strand beading wire
• Silver-plated lobster clasp
• TierraCast silver-plated oval jump rings

All the above components made in the USA except the sterling rondelles, which were made in Italy. The bracelet is about 7.25 inches in length and also has an inch-long silver-tone extender chain. 

This is an eye-catching, elegant Irish-themed bracelet, perfect for a wedding and versatile enough to serve as that extra something with a dressy outfit or casual wear. The bracelet was designed and handmade beaded by me with great care, thought, and best wishes for its destined wearer. It arrives wrapped and ready for gifting to a special someone who finds a touch of Ireland enriching and meaningful. Perhaps that someone will be you!
 
ABOUT THE TRISKELE 
This is a triple spiral symbol that dates back to pre-Celtic times and is usually associated with Ireland. Triskele and other spirals are carved into the ornately decorated curbstone at Newgrange, one of the outstanding neolithic passage graves in Ireland's Boyne Valley, dating back to 2500–3200 B.C. It was adopted as a symbol of the Holy Trinity and eternity by Irish Celtic Christians. In contemporary paganism, the triskele often represents the land, sky, and sea. The triple goddess can also be symbolized by the triple spiral. Alternately known as the triskelion, it is an ancient symbol of Sicily as well, and was used in ancient Greek pottery as a heraldic motif on the shields of warriors.

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Amber Lampwork & Amethyst Gemstone Earrings

- Sterling Silver Floral Beads, Artisan Glass Focal -

Amber lampwork glass and amethyst gemstone beads come together in a lovely stylish pair of sterling silver handmade dangle earrings. The pretty lampwork beads are rondelle shaped (wider than they are long) and wrapped in fine silver. They're also translucent, which gives them a fluid and dreamy quality. These shining beauties were handmade using premium materials by Charlotte Hayes of Covergirlbeads.

To these lampwork beads I added small faceted amethyst gemstone rounds and delightful little square-shaped sterling silver pillow beads, which have a raised granulation design of a six-petaled flower on the front and back.

The basic design of each dangle is an elegant stack from top to bottom of an amethyst round, a sterling pillow bead, a lampwork rondelle, and another amethyst round, with sterling silver daisy spacers between the beads. The dangle is made from sterling wire, with a loop at the base and a triple wire wrap at the top. I carefully hammered the loops for strength. There are also pink Japanese seed beads within the lampwork focals, to keep the large beads better centered on the wire; these little additions are unseen, but do their job nicely.

The earring hooks are French style (aka fish hook) and, like all the components in this special pair, are sterling silver. They come with clear ear guards for better security when the earrings are worn. For an extra touch of elegance, I added small Swarovski copper crystal bicones to the front of the hooks. Their color is a nice complement to the amber lampwork. Including the hooks, the length of these earrings is approximately 1 and 7/8 inches.

Unique and handmade with care and good wishes, these pretty earrings are elegantly versatile, ready to add an earthy touch to a more formal, dressy occasion or some eye-catching shine and sparkle to everyday wear. They come on earring cards and in a nice organza bag, all set for gifting to that special someone—perhaps yourself!

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Sparkly Amethyst Earrings with Violet Crystals

- Faceted Gemstone, Short Boho Chic Dressy Dangles -

These sweet amethyst earrings feature lovely faceted gemstones, Swarovski crystals, and sterling silver French hooks. The amethyst gemstone beads are nicely cut with small facets and tend to catch the light easily. They are partnered with pretty violet-colored Swarovski bicones, which bring a wonderful sparkle to the earrings and complement the shine of the gemstones. The sterling silver hooks add a further touch of elegance to the pair, and come with clear ear guards for better security when the earrings are worn.

To bring a boho chic quality to the styling here, I chose TierraCast cone-shaped bead caps and granulated rondelle spacers (both the caps and the spacers, were made in the USA). The bead caps are plated with rhodium and the rondelles are fine silver-on-pewter creations. Also included are Japanese seed beads, which I used to stabilize the rondelle spacers on the earring pins. The length of this pretty pair is 1 3/8" including the sterling hooks.

Sparkly and pretty in their boho chic elegance, these genuine amethyst earrings with sterling silver and violet crystals would make a perfect gift for anyone who loves the color purple. They would also be a sweet choice for wedding jewelry, especially as a gift for the maid of honor or mother of the bride. They were handmade by me with great care, thought, and best wishes for their destined wearer. The pair comes on a PrettyGonzo earrings card and wrapped in a nice organza bag, all set for gifting to someone special—including yourself!

ABOUT AMETHYST
A member of the quartz family, amethyst is traditionally regarded as a stone of protection that lowers stress and calms the mind. It is also believed to be a highly spiritual stone that nurtures inner peace and spiritual awareness. This gemstone has been appreciated since ancient times. The name "amethyst" comes from the Greek word "amethusos," which translates as "not drunk." Not surprisingly, among the wide range of healing properties attributed to the stone is the power to help people who have problems with alcohol and other substance addictions. Some people also believe that this gemstone confers beneficial effects on insomnia, poor digestion, arthritis, and headaches. It is associated with the crown chakra, and is the birthstone for February. Amethysts are actually crystals and often have inclusions, clouding, and other interesting elements to them, as well as various shadings of their distinctive purple color.
  
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Mediterranean Inspired Statement Necklace

- Turquoise, Coral, White Colors; Greek Spiral Pendant -

This colorful artisan necklace features an eye-catching Mykonos spiral pendant, red coral pearls, white quartz, turquoise magnesite and howlite, and copper-colored Japanese seed beads. The spiral pendant was made in Greece and has a stylish rustic look. Its wavy spiral image reminds me of ancient treasure from the depths of the Mediterranean. The pendant also evokes the waves of the sea and the turning of our world and our lives.

This one-of-a-kind handmade necklace is 21 inches long and includes: 

• Red coral pearls from Swarovski
• Oval turquoise magnesite beads
• Heishi-style turquoise howlite
• White quartz rondelles and rounds
• Copper glass Japanese seed beads
• High-quality 49-strand beading wire
• Copper-plated bead caps
• Sterling silver crimps
• Copper crimp covers and wire guards
• Copper-plated TierraCast jump rings

The clasp used here is a copper-tone hook and eye, with sweet leafy detailing that reminds me of certain types of seaweed. A close up is inset into one of my photos.

With evocations of the Mediterranean and inspired by the Earth's precious waters, this is the perfect necklace for anyone who loves the sea and the meaningful symbol of the spiral. Handmade by me with great care, thought, and best wishes for its destined wearer, this beauty will come wrapped and ready for gifting to someone special—perhaps yourself! :)

ABOUT THE SPIRAL SYMBOL

The spiral is such a special shape, with an amazing dynamic quality that expresses movement and growth. The spiral can be seen in the form of immense cosmic galaxies as well as in the relatively tiny whorls of a human fingerprint and the microscopic structure of DNA. We see spiraling shapes in certain seashells and plants, and since ancient times, the human imagination has found symbolic meaning in spirals in and across a wide variety of cultures. Possible interpretations of spirals as symbols include growth, fertility, the journey through life, time and its passage, the journey beyond life, the sun, protection against evil, and infinity. In every sense, the spiral is a positive symbol!

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Peace Symbol Earrings in Boho Chic Style

- Purple & Blue Czech Glass Chandelier Dangles -

These fun and meaningful peace sign earrings bring together shiny silver statement charms and blue and purple faceted Czech glass in an elegant boho-chic pair of dangles designed in a simple chandelier style. The peace signs, made in the USA by TierraCast, are rhodium-on-pewter plated beauties. The Czech beads, firepolished and barrel-shaped, are small and sweetly dainty. The purple color is a rich warm hue, whereas the blue is more delicate.

In the design for this pretty pair, these elements are made more eye-catching by the inclusion of small silver-filled beads. Each earring sports a trio of dangles, with the peace sign charm hanging from the central one. The dangles are connected to the earring hooks via 18-gauge jump rings. The overall overall length here is roughly 2.25 inches, including the ear hooks. (My listing at Etsy includes a photo for a side-by-side comparison with a ruler.)

These earring hooks are sterling silver French style, with the sterling mark on the rear of the hooks. They come with clear ear guards for better security when the earrings are worn. To give them an extra decorative touch, I added blue Czech beads to the front.

Honoring the beautiful ideal of peace, these earrings were handmade by me with care, thought, and best wishes for their destined wearer. They come on a PrettyGonzo jewelry card and in an organza bag, all set for gifting or enjoying yourself! They'd be a perfect pair for beach strolling, contemplating the surf and sand by day and the stars by night.

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Truth Pendant Boho Statement Necklace

- Leather & Greek Beads, Unisex Inspirational Jewelry -

The word "truth" prevails in this inspirational statement necklace that combines an artisan-made word pendant, Mykonos ceramic beads, a carved Tibetan bone bead, and pale orange agate rondelles. The pendant, which is made of polymer clay, is roughly 1 5/8 inches in length and quite durable. It has a background color light olive green and is stamped with brown lettering and a darker green leaf design.

The Mykonos ceramic beads, made in Greece, are colorful eye-catchers that come in two different shapes: tube and washer. The tubes are lime green, bone, and brown in color, and the washers are dark green, lime green, and brown. The bone bead is from Nepal and was carved by Tibetan refugees there. It is decorated with the ancient "evil eye" protector symbol, and so looks like a talisman. I purchased it in a Tibetan Dharma shop in Newport, RI. The agate gemstone rondelles are a light shade of earthy orange and quite shiny.

The necklace also includes pewter daisy spacers and deerskin leather lace (made in the USA). The spacers also have a nice shine and add a metallic glint to the necklace. The deerskin leather lace (also made in the USA) is soft and supple. Although thin, this lace is quite strong and will stretch but not break. I used double slipknots in this piece, which made the length adjustable. The length is set at 31 inches, including the pendant.

A stylish and meaningful boho jewelry creation with tribal affinities, this truth necklace was handmade beaded by me with care, thought, and best wishes for its destined wearer. The necklace comes in a small box and wrapped for gifting to someone who values truth and higher principles. Perhaps that someone will be you!

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Mother Goddess Colorful Leather Necklace

- Handmade Boho Jewelry, Garden Diety Artisan Pendant -

This unique mother goddess pendant necklace would delight any summer gardener or nature lover who also appreciates colorful boho jewelry. It features a beautiful artisan-made goddess polyclay pendant that has been stamped with a symbolic diety image and adorned with cheerful garden blossoms, including pink roses. The styling of the goddess recalls ancient artifacts of the mother goddess from eastern Europe and her stamped impression is colored in a warm brown. The pendant is teardrop shaped and a tan salmon color. This is a sturdily made focal, 1.75 inches in length and very eye-catching.
 

To celebrate this wonderful garden goddess, I selected the following:
 • Mykonos ceramic beads (made in Greece) in orange washers and lime and hot purple tubes and washers.
• Bayong wooden beads
• Pewter protective "evil eye" beads
• Pewter daisy spacers, smooth spacer barrels, and central ornate tube bead
• Dark brown deerskin lace leather (made in USA)
• Large stainless steel jump ring

The necklace's deerskin leather lace is soft and supple, and I added two 2-strand tassels for an extra touch of fun. I used adjustable slipknots, leaving a tail on either end and ornamenting it with more Greek beads. The necklace length is set at 29 inches long, and can be adjusted by several inches to lengthen or to shorten.

A lovely inspirational boho nature piece, this mother goddess necklace was handmade beaded by me with care, thought, and best wishes for its destined wearer. It comes nicely wrapped in an eco-friendly box, all ready for gift giving to anyone who adores the natural world, loves gardening, and appreciates the mother goddess—perhaps you!

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Egyptian Ankh Statement Necklace

with Eye of Horus Life Symbol Amulet

This ankh necklace with Eye of Horus amulet would make the perfect gift for anyone who loves boho or tribal styling as well as meaningful jewelry with historical links. The ankh is an ancient symbol that stands for eternal life. Here it is used as a creative base for several Egyptian hieroglyphics, which are shown in relief on the front of the pendant and as etchings on the back. I've included close-ups of both sides among my shop listing's photographs. Central among those hieroglyphics is the Eye of Horus, which is featured on the amulet's front and shown in smaller form on the back. It symbolizes good health, protection, and royal power and represents the goddess Wadjet.

Meaningful, with ancient symbols, an inspirational depth, and tribal and boho elements, this ankh beaded necklace was handmade by me with great care, thought, and best wishes for its destined wearer. It is a piece that men would enjoy wearing as well as women, and that brings a positive message to all. It will arrive in an eco-friendly kraft-style box, wrapped and ready for gifting to someone special—perhaps yourself!

 

  

About the Ankh Symbol

The ankh is an ancient Egyptian symbol for eternal life, and it is a common element in the art of Egypt during the time of the pharaohs. It is also found on amulets from that historical period. This symbol appears in some ancient Mediterranean cultures as well. For example, in ancient Cyprus, ankhs appeared on coins and were used as a symbol for copper. The ankh enjoyed renewed popularity in the 1960s and is still popular today. It is a highly meaningful and positive element as well as an attractive shape in itself.

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