Review Citrine pendant, 'Lunar Shell' 1" W 1" L / Novica :

NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, offers thousands of limited edition and one-of-a-kind gifts, jewelry, and home decor treasures handmade by master artists and artisans throughout the world. Mesmerizing puddles of color ripple and flow to evoke lunar craters. With this original design, Luiz Antonio Dias extends an invitation for a walk on the moon. He works in enamel on silver to create the hair clip. Each is an individual work of art, and no two are ever exactly identical. .900 rating silver Artisan Info: "I started designing and crafting silver jewelry at the beginning of the 1980s so I could pay my university tuition I was studying mechanical engineering. I became so involved in this activity that I ended up dropping out and working full time as a jeweler. I began selling my wares at local art fairs in various coastal cities. "Eventually I developed an original technique to work with enamel at low temperatures with polyester resin, the same material used for making synthetic gems. I was enthralled by the colorful transparency of the pieces, and how the combination of colors resulted in a psychedelic illusion. "I have been refining this technique over the last 20 years and in so doing, I have designed several jewelry collections that go from silver jewelry items to religious articles, especially Hebrew. "We're lacking in telecommunications in the area where I live. I have always sold my products directly to the customer, never through shops. I see in Novica

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Review Coconut shell vase, 'Triangle Riddles' / Novica :

NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, offers thousands of limited edition and one-of-a-kind gifts, jewelry, and home decor treasures handmade by master artists and artisans throughout the world. Fashion and tradition merge in the exquisite design of this sterling silver hairpin. Designed by Indah, the hairpin's ornate elegance exudes the grace of Balinese artistry. .925 rating silver Artisan Info: Indah is a very active young woman from Pupuan, a fertile village where practical all tropical fruits grow abundant. The name means "beautiful," just as beautiful as the artisan, who always smiles and is kind to other people. Indah wished to have a career of her own, so she left her family and village to go to a larger city. She worked for an international company for almost two years, during which time she met and fell in love with a man from Celuk. Eventually they got married and now they have a daughter. Indah's husband is a silversmith, and he taught her his craft. Together they design original jewelry pieces that have attracted the attention of many. Indah really enjoys her time designing jewelry, which brings her the added benefit of contributing to her family finances.

Review Garnet jewelry set, 'Red Passion' 16" L / Novica :

NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, offers thousands of limited edition and one-of-a-kind gifts, jewelry, and home decor treasures handmade by master artists and artisans throughout the world. Describing the inspiration for this accessory, Nawa says, "People in Thailand believe that the image of Buddha is the agent of Buddha, and they always pray to its figure in worship and presentation of their faith. This hairpin will protect you from evil and bring you only good things." Delicately crafted by hand from sterling silver, the piece makes a distinguished addition to any collection of Oriental jewelry. The raw silver used in this piece is mined in the state of Shan in Burma, famous for producing high quality ore. Artisans melt the silver alloy before carefully pouring it into a clay mold where it hardens, after which they begin the painstaking task of shaping and designing the piece with a wide variety of rustic tools. Thailand is a predominantly Buddhist nation, filled with breathtaking ancient temples, pagodas and other architectural wonders constructed to worship the Buddha. In Thailand images of the Buddha play an important role beyond mere decoration. They are traditionally placed within the home in special locations, such as shrines or pedestals, to help facilitate everyday religious worship. 925 rating silver. Artisan Info: "My name is Nawapoomin Chaichompoo, and I regularly go by 'Nawa.' You may be interested to know that I am a dentist by profession, a dentist

Review Bracelet, 'Eight Motif' 1" W 8" L / Novica :

NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, searches the world to work directly with the finest artisan designers. Thiva Boonnak handcrafts this hairpin shaped like a butterfly with 92.5% pure silver. The fantastic silver originates from Burmese silver mines, world renown for producing high and unmatched quality ore. The silver is melted down and poured carefully into a crafted mould of solid clay and then left to harden for a period of 20-30 minutes. Then Thiva painstakingly hammers and chisels these beautiful floral patterns. Artisan Info: Thiva Boonnak speaks reflectively of her art amidst the scattered tools and the pieces in progress that fill her family's old-fashioned workshop. "Our region's designs are all special. Each one is unique and grandiose." Her soft words echo the proud sentiments passed on by her family generations before her. Thiva Boonnak tells how her father taught her and her brothers the silversmith craft, and how he showed them not only the technical, intricate skills, but also transmitted the smith's labor of love. With such passion flowing from their hearts to their hands it is not difficult to understand why the work of Thiva Boonnak's family is so highly esteemed in Thailand. The Boonnak's home witnessed the birth of silver crafting in Thailand at the turn of the 20th century. At that point, King Chulalongkorn was patron of the arts and settled Burmese craftsmen the area. They shared the secrets of their ancient and intricate craft, which the

Review Garnet earrings, 'My Heart and Yours' 0.8" W 1.5" L / Novica :

A unique silver hairpin handcrafted in Chiang Mai by master silversmith Thiva Boonnak. The raw silver originates from Burmese silver mines, world renown for producing high and unmatched quality ore. Thiva uses 92.5% pure silver for this piece.

Review Garnet earrings, 'My Heart and Yours' 0.8" W 1.5" L / Novica :

3.5" W x 5.1" L -- Weight: 10 grams -- Naga, the mythical dragon, graces this beautiful hairpin by Paisarn. Sacred animals seen in temples throughout Thailand, they were the protectors of Buddha and are thought to protect people from evil. Paisarn embosses the lustrous silver with the traditinal kanok motifs and adds color with strands of crimson cotton. 0.960 rating silver NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, searches the world to work directly with the finest artisan designers.

Review Garnet jewelry set, 'Red Passion' 16" L / Novica :

NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, offers thousands of limited edition and one-of-a-kind gifts, jewelry, and home decor treasures handmade by master artists and artisans throughout the world. Ploy Intha presents this delicately elegant sterling silver (925 rating) hairpin embellished with miniscule kanok ("vegetal") patterns that have traveled along the paths of tradition. An original accessory for a well coiffed hair, this extraordinary hairpin makes for a treasured gift. Artisan Info: "My name is Ploy Intha. Although silversmithing is my passion, I have not always been a silversmith. When I was very young, I worked for five years as a food seller with my sister. I would wake up at two o'clock in the morning and work until nine in the evening. It was a hard job that paid very little money, but I enjoyed working with my sister and providing nourishment for our regular customers. But one day my sister took another job. I could not manage working alone, on account of my leg. I have polio. I moved to northern Thailand about that time, and began looking for a job. "I discovered that Northern Thailand is the birthplace of so many interesting handicrafts. I particularly loved the exceptional silver designs created in this region of Thailand. "My enthusiasm for silver soon earned me a job in a silver shop. Unfortunatly, because of my leg, I was not able to sit for extended periods of time, as the other silversmiths did. "Although I loved that position as a silversmith,

Review Marcasite brooch, 'Silver Blossom' 1.8" W x 1.8" L x 0.4" D / Novica :

NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, offers thousands of limited edition and one-of-a-kind gifts, jewelry, and home decor treasures handmade by master artists and artisans throughout the world. Stylized arabesques and domes recall the graceful elegance of Balinese artistry. They adorn an original sterling silver hairpin designed by Indonesian artist Indah. .925 rating silver Artisan Info: Indah is a very active young woman from Pupuan, a fertile village where practical all tropical fruits grow abundant. The name means "beautiful," just as beautiful as the artisan, who always smiles and is kind to other people. Indah wished to have a career of her own, so she left her family and village to go to a larger city. She worked for an international company for almost two years, during which time she met and fell in love with a man from Celuk. Eventually they got married and now they have a daughter. Indah's husband is a silversmith, and he taught her his craft. Together they design original jewelry pieces that have attracted the attention of many. Indah really enjoys her time designing jewelry, which brings her the added benefit of contributing to her family finances.

Review Ring, 'White Dream' 7.0 (US Ring Size) / Novica :

5.7" L x 0.8" W -- Weight: 20 grams -- The tiny blossom of the poppy inspires this elegant hairpin by Ploy Intha. She crafts the piece by hand from sterling silver, as meticulous details evoke floral mystique. Lustrous and aesthetically alluring, the accessory offers a distinctive Thai complement to varied attire. .925 rating silver. NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, searches the world to work directly with the finest artisan designers.

Review Bracelet, 'Fortune' 6.5" L (end to end) x 1.0" W / Novica :

4.7" W x 5.1" H x 1.2" D -- Weight: 10 grams -- A handful of tiny pikun flowers cast in silver produce an exquisite hairpin by Paisarn. Whether natural or cast in gold, floral hairpins have always been an integral part of Thai dressing. Paisarn sets to work without previously sketching the piece, delicately embossing and shaping the silver. The piece is created in two parts, a stylized trunk and the blossoming branches which the artist joins together with red cotton thread. This hairpin is part of Paisarn's Dok Mai Wai (Moving Flower) collection, for the flowers are set to gently sway with every head movement. Infused with delicate beauty, this item will impress the admirer of Thai custom. 96% silver. NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, searches the world to work directly with the finest artisan designers.

Review Garnet and moonstone, necklace, 'Lunar Sun' 1" W 17" L / Novica :

NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, offers thousands of limited edition and one-of-a-kind gifts, jewelry, and home decor treasures handmade by master artists and artisans throughout the world. Indah designs a spectacular hairpin that is rich in ornate elegance. Cast of sterling silver, the hairpin glows with detailed Balinese flair. .925 rating silver Artisan Info: Indah is a very active young woman from Pupuan, a fertile village where practical all tropical fruits grow abundant. The name means "beautiful," just as beautiful as the artisan, who always smiles and is kind to other people. Indah wished to have a career of her own, so she left her family and village to go to a larger city. She worked for an international company for almost two years, during which time she met and fell in love with a man from Celuk. Eventually they got married and now they have a daughter. Indah's husband is a silversmith, and he taught her his craft. Together they design original jewelry pieces that have attracted the attention of many. Indah really enjoys her time designing jewelry, which brings her the added benefit of contributing to her family finances.

Review Garnet earrings, 'My Heart and Yours' 0.8" W 1.5" L / Novica :

Delicately elegant, this hairpin is adorned with Thailand's classic lai tao bai ted (leaf motif). Komate crafts the hairpin of brass and adorns it with a detailed enamel rendition of the classic motif.

Review Bracelet, 'Fortune' 6.5" L (end to end) x 1.0" W / Novica :

4.7" W x 5.1" H x 1.4" D -- Weight: 10 grams -- Braided silver branches bend under the captivating presence of Chommanad flowers, while their sturdy trunk exhibits their aesthetic greatness. These bread flowers are favored by many in Thailand for their captivating beauty and sweet aroma, making them the ideal hair accessory. Paisarn finds inspiration in this custom and hand-crafts this piece with delicately embossed silver, with a red cotton center holding the pin and the flowers together. An exquisite ornamental piece for the admirer of silver traditions. 96% silver. NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, searches the world to work directly with the finest artisan designers.

Review Necklace, 'Queen Braid' 1" W 24" L / Novica :

2.4" W x 4.7" L x 1.2" D -- Weight: 80 grams -- "The swan is believed to be an immortal animal in China, and it is the symbol of a long life," says Nawa. He designs this hairpin from fine sterling silver, employing traditional Thai techniques to portray the plumed creature, delicately surrounded by floral motifs. Lends an antique accent to the elegant coif. The raw silver used in this piece is mined in the state of Shan in Burma, famous for producing high quality ore. Artisans melt the silver alloy before carefully pouring it into a clay mold where it hardens, after which they begin the painstaking task of shaping and designing the piece with a wide variety of rustic tools. 925 rating silver. NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, searches the world to work directly with the finest artisan designers.

Review Agate necklace, 'Force' 20" L / Novica :

NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, offers thousands of limited edition and one-of-a-kind gifts, jewelry, and home decor treasures handmade by master artists and artisans throughout the world. Balinese designer Indah presents an original hairpin that is graced with the elegance of tradition. Cast of sterling silver, the hairpin features ornate accents that are detailed by hand. .925 rating silver Artisan Info: Indah is a very active young woman from Pupuan, a fertile village where practical all tropical fruits grow abundant. The name means "beautiful," just as beautiful as the artisan, who always smiles and is kind to other people. Indah wished to have a career of her own, so she left her family and village to go to a larger city. She worked for an international company for almost two years, during which time she met and fell in love with a man from Celuk. Eventually they got married and now they have a daughter. Indah's husband is a silversmith, and he taught her his craft. Together they design original jewelry pieces that have attracted the attention of many. Indah really enjoys her time designing jewelry, which brings her the added benefit of contributing to her family finances.

Review Moonstone earrings, 'Pendulum' 1" W 2" L / Novica :

Clusters of wild orchids adorn this exquisite hairpin by Paisarn. He takes his inspiration from ancient royal jewelry. Crafted by hand of lustrous silver, its delicate beauty is a mesmerizing addition to the fashionable coiffure. A bath in a tamarind solution gives the piece shine. 0.960 rating silver Novica, in association with National Geographic, offers more than 10,000 handcrafted works of art from more than 2,000 artists around the world.NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, searches the world to work directly with the finest artisan designers. NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, searches the world to work directly with the finest artisan designers.

Review Head Band - Pink Multi Swirl / SERENITY CRYSTALS :

Adorable satin scarf is attached to an actual 2" tapered plastic headband for ease of wear. Scarf ends can either be tied on the side, tied underneath the back of the hair or left to just hang down the sides. Will not slip or slide on your hair. One size fits all.

Review Purple Dots ~ FREE SHIPPING / SERENITY CRYSTALS :

Beautiful chiffon scarf is attached to an actual 2" tapered plastic headband for ease of wear. Scarf ends can either be tied on the side, tied underneath the back of the hair or left to just hang down the sides. Will not slip or slide on your hair. One size fits all.

Review Lime Polka Dots / SERENITY CRYSTALS :

Adorable chiffon scarf is attached to an actual 2" tapered plastic headband for ease of wear. Scarf ends can either be tied on the side, tied underneath the back of the hair or left to just hang down the sides. Will not slip or slide on your hair. One size fits all.