This handmade creation is offered in partnership with NOVICA, in association with National Geographic.
Dancing freely within the teardrop-shaped sterling silver pendant of this cable chain necklace by Indian artisan Bhavesh is a beautiful ruby stone. The sterling silver of the pendant necklace features wavy and vertical lines suggestive of a sunburst.
Product Features:
- Weight : 0.25 oz
- Dimension : Chain Length: 18.25" L , Chain Width: 1 mm , Pendant: 1.6" L x 0.9" W x 0.4" D
- Style: Pendant
- Gemstone colors: Red
- Gemstone shapes: Pear
- Metal: Sterling silver
- Finish: High polish
- Chain: Cable
- Clasp: Spring ring
- Worldstock Country: India
Story Behind the Art:
I come from the enthralling city of Jaipur where I was born and brought up. I was raised by a single parent, since I lost my father when I was barely two and half years old. He died in an accident. Since then, my mother worked so hard to bring us up. After my schooling, I received a bachelor's degree in commerce and also did a short term course in the French language.
Jewelry crafting is our family tradition, dating back to the ancient time when Jaipur was brought to its present structure by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II. During that time, my ancestors were jewelers in the kingdom of Jaipur. Since then, the tradition and art have been handed down from generation to generation.
My father was a craftsman of precious stones. I grew up observing the colors and exquisiteness of jewelry so I was inclined to do something different within the same field. I started selling stones when I was only 16. But it turned out to be not very interesting, so I started designing jewelry. It was not difficult for me, since I knew a great deal about gems and their settings. I think it was in my blood. My designs were appreciated in the market and this motivated me to become a professional. Eventually I opened my own workshop.
My designs feature gold with precious stones and sterling silver. I use both traditional and modern techniques, according to the requirement of my design. Five artisans assist me. My designs were exhibited in Paris in 2003 and 2004 and received an overwhelming response. I'd welcome your comments too.
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