peace of mind jewelry

[The primary image featured here shows the backside of this unique World Peace Project pendant; see the front view in the alternative photos, where the pendant symbolizes a peaceful, simple, clean earth.] "The center of this pendant symbolizes the world, surrounded by a chain that symbolizes the world's peoples holding on to each other and being connected. On the reverse side, diverse religious symbols speak to the need for inclusion, regardless of identifiers," the artist explains.

"If humans want to live peacefully and sustainably, world peace is essential," explains artisan Nyoman Ariawan. "To create a peaceful world, all countries must work together to make advancements that benefit all humans, regardless of their origin. I hope that all countries respect each other and maintain world peace. Global problems can be solved through dialogue and respect for applicable international law, without war.

"To attain peace, humanity needs to show its heart," says the artisan, who crafts this sterling silver pendant necklace in Denpasar, incorporating traditional Balinese motifs throughout the design, with a Celtic pattern on the Borobudur chain that symbolizes the close human bond, and a heart-shaped pendant with a hammered finish, that on the reverse side incorporates the symbology of diverse religions, all beating together in this heart, living in harmony side-by-side-among -- symbols of Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Taoism, Islam, Christianity, Shinto, and Sikhism, which spread in the world but here live together in peace.

Ethereal gemstones make this jewelry set from Mexico's Patricia Guzman a standout. Working with 14k gold-plated stainless steel, the artisan creates a linear pendant necklace with amethyst, fluorite, and dusky labradorite. Matching amethyst earrings feature gold-plated posts and butterfly clasps.

Alejandra Torres crafts this set using a unique combination of hand-crocheted silvery and golden cords around the necklace chain and earring hoops. She decorates all three with small beads of reconstituted turquoise. A sterling silver flower pendant with 18k gold accents centers the necklace, which closes with sterling clasp and chain. The earring hooks are also silver.

Ethereal gemstones make this jewelry set from Mexico's Patricia Guzman a standout. Working with 14k gold-plated stainless steel, the artisan creates a linear pendant necklace with tourmalinated quartz, moonstone, and dusky labradorite. Matching earrings feature gold-plated posts and butterfly clasps.

Alejandra Torres crafts this minimal necklace and earring set from 925 sterling silver and decorates it with two bright reconstituted turquoises on each earring and one on the necklace's pendant. Both earrings and the pendant feature an elegant silver rose.

Add peace, love and magic to your style with a graceful accessory directly from Guatemala. Artisan Domingo Reanda uses stainless steel and copper wires to create these dangle earrings, whose peace sign shape conveys a message of friendship. Equipped with sterling silver hooks, the accessories also feature crystal and glass beads in a palette of blue hues, symbolizing intuition and imagination.

Balinese artisan Made Wardika's latest jewelry collection features this intriguing bone pendant necklace. The tea-stained pendant features a cross with intricate engraving details to give the piece dimension. The pendant is secured to a dark brown leather cord with a sliding knot closure that allows the necklace to be worn at varying lengths.

Silver becomes gleaming stars that cascade from a sterling chain in a necklace of stellar beauty. Completing the ensemble, dangle earrings repeat the motif. Carol Noriega creates a jewelry set inspired by the star showers known in Peru as "Tears of San Lorenzo."

.925 Sterling silver

Representing the complement of opposites, the yin yang symbol is expertly etched on a medallion of dark green jade. The pendant is worn on a handcrafted black cotton necklace. "This pendant represents the fact that there can be good and bad things that happen in our lives, and that there is always hope," explains Guatemalan Jorge Lopez.

Please note: The etched image may fade somewhat over time, as a result of absorbing body oils and/or skincare products. Simply wash the pendant with soap and water and let it dry to refresh the design again.

Textured cords encircle polished globes, evoking the nests of tiny hummingbirds. From Peru's Luis Banda, this delightful set of necklace and earrings is crafted by hand of Andean sterling silver.

Combining a lovely green color with floral patterns, Catherine Offei Kwapong in Ghana designs these pretty dangle earrings. The artisan uses one green sese wood bead and one recycled plastic bead to hand craft each earring, finishing the pair with shimmering brass hooks.

May your mind bloom as gloriously as the lotus that decorates this sterling silver pendant necklace. Michael Krainer of Thailand uses advanced techniques to create this distinguished piece, adorned with mystic signs and the precious color of a reconstituted turquoise stone, symbolizing peace.