Amber cross necklace, 'Peace'
Price: $97.95

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. Droplets of amber unite in a cross. Set in sterling silver, amber is believed to draw energy from the sun and thus protect the wearer while fostering vitality and joy. Shanker crafts this beautiful pendant, worn on a smooth sterling chain. Natural amber ranges from yellow to deep orange, and occasionally green. Because amber is the preserved resin of prehistoric trees, it sometimes has tiny inclusions of plants and insects - attesting to its authenticity. .925 Sterling silver Artisan Info: "Hello, my name is Shanker and I come from a farming background. I studied till 10th grade and, as a family tradition, I was expected to work along with my parents. During those days, my maternal uncle was working with a jeweler. I was always fascinated by the fancy jewelry he designed. Eventually, I quit farming and started my own small workshop. "I started designing and crafting sterling silver jewelry and slowly, with the help of family and friends, I was able to establish myself in the field. Initially, I had to face a lot of problems as people in my village like only gold, because it offers a return value. Silver is not popular. "So with the help of my uncle, I set up my own workshop in the city. Today, I have achieved a lot in terms of design, quality and appreciation. I have also participated