Lapis lazuli earrings, 'Love Foretold'
Price: $64.99

Symbol of truth, lapis lazuli dangles like mystical pendulums. Some believed that dreaming of lapis foretold love that would be forever truthful. Framed by classic Indian settings, the golden-speckled gems highlight the modern design of these sterling silver earrings from Neeru Goel.

.925 Sterling silver

Lapis lazuli necklace, 'Love Foretold'
Price: $147.99

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. Symbol of truth, lapis lazuli dangles like a mystical pendulum. Some believed that dreaming of lapis foretold love that would be forever truthful. Framed by classic Indian settings, the golden-speckled gem centers the modern design of this sterling silver necklace from Neeru Goel. .925 rating silver Artisan Info: "Hi! My name is Neeru Goel and I was born on September 19, 1960. I spent most of my childhood in Kolkata, a metropolis in West Bengal. Collecting jewelry and gemstones has been my passion ever since childhood. I have been greatly inspired by my grandmother who used to look into each and every detail, from how jewelry is made to what had been used to make the jewelry. I remember when I was just a child, my grandmother used to watch nomads walking on the roads and admire them for wearing huge and fancy jewelry. "I am a housewife, I married very young and today I am blessed with a beautiful daughter. However, being a housewife was not my cup of tea so I decided to convert my hobby into a trade. "I recently started designing sculptures in silver with Meenakari art. This was suggested by a friend, who by looking at my designing skills thought I could also make a mark in sculpting. I am overwhelmed at this new experience, and I am looking forward to continuing on this new