| One of the best aspects of our global economy is | | | | hoop. An eighth amethyst sways lightly in the |
| the access we have to products crafted around | | | | middle of the hoop. |
| the world. For example, enterprising entrepreneurs | | | | Apatite and garnet stones strung together in |
| have created lines of handcrafted jewelry | | | | sterling silver create a seven and a half inch long |
| fashioned by artisans in India. The exotic jewelry | | | | bracelet that will complement any outfit. |
| found in marketplaces in India inspires pieces that | | | | Stunning black onyx stones make dazzling rings |
| open our eyes, inspire us, and adorn us. | | | | and showcase the fine craftsmanship of the |
| Because these kinds of proprietors buy directly | | | | jewelry artists of India. |
| from artisans, there's no middleman to increase | | | | A rose quartz, carnelian, and labrodite earrings and |
| costs. That's why customers can purchase high | | | | necklace combination showcase the intense colors |
| quality jewelry from India at reasonable price. Plus, | | | | of the stones. Set in sterling silver, the necklace is |
| without a middleman, the jewelry-makers make | | | | eighteen inches long; the matching earrings are |
| more money from their work. | | | | three inches long. |
| In addition to paying artisans for their work, | | | | In addition to their obvious beauty, the |
| companies make other contributions to the people | | | | gemstones in the collection have powerful healing |
| of India. In socially responsible companies, a | | | | properties. Amethyst, for example, benefits the |
| portion of the proceeds from sales of the jewelry | | | | mind by calming or stimulating as needed. It |
| goes to schools in small Indian towns, where | | | | promotes deeper understanding. |
| children learn English. | | | | A stone of balance, apatite has many inspirational |
| For these collections, Indian artisans often | | | | qualities. It stimulates creativity and promotes a |
| decorate 92.5 sterling silver and 24-karat gold | | | | humanitarian attitude. |
| pieces with colorful precious and semi-precious | | | | Also known as schorl, black tourmaline promotes |
| gemstones. Each piece of jewelry arrives in its | | | | neutrality and clear, rational thought. It encourages |
| own silk or satin pouch. | | | | a positive attitude in all circumstances. |
| Following are brief descriptions of some of the | | | | Garnet is a powerful energizing and regenerating |
| unique pieces in these kinds of collections: | | | | stone. It revitalizes, purifies, and balances energy. |
| Earrings made from sterling silver with a 24-karat | | | | Garnet inspires love and devotion. |
| gold vermeil matte finish are one and one-half | | | | Onyx is about inner strength. The stone |
| inches long and have French ear wire hooks. | | | | promotes vigor, steadfastness and stamina. Onyx |
| Elegant and simple earrings feature a large oval | | | | supports learning and self-confidence. |
| rainbow moonstone and a contrasting purple | | | | Rose quartz is the stone of unconditional love and |
| amethyst in an anti-tarnish sterling silver setting. | | | | infinite peace. It is calming and reassuring and |
| Earrings can be worn alone or matched with an | | | | brings deep inner healing. |
| amethyst or rainbow moonstone necklace. | | | | Made from high quality silver and gold and |
| Amethyst hoop chandelier earrings evoke the | | | | ornamented with stunning stones, handcrafted |
| spirit of India. Seven bezel-cut brilliant purple | | | | jewelry from India brings beauty to the eyes, the |
| amethysts dangle from a lightweight sterling silver | | | | body, and the soul. |