Semi-Precious Pendants

Mar 22

Not-so hidden gems

Honestly, who doesn’t love a good pendant? Whether you have a signature style you never take off or a rotating roster of favorites, there’s no denying these pieces play a key role in any well-curated jewelry wardrobe. While designers offer a seemingly endless array of styles, one trend in particular is popping up everywhere this spring, with gemstones taking center stage. Take your pick of crystals, semi-precious, and precious stones, plus cuts that range from raw and organic to finely shaped, honed, and polished.

**East West**

Before she became an artist and photographer, before she formally studied jewelry design, Sweta Jain grew up in a family of purveyors of precious stones to global jewelry houses. Her experiences and upbringing led her to create Goshwara, a brand centered around gems. Each piece showcases the natural beauty of stones, like this rich amethyst pendant.
Goshwara “Manhattan” pendant in 18k yellow gold and amethyst, $1,650 at Goshwara

**Kunzite**

Chad Crawford founded Savannah-based 13 Secrets Jewelry Gallery to introduce locals to wearable forms of art from designers around the globe. The gallery also features his own line, Andrew Hamilton Crawford. Equally artistic and covetable, even *Vogue* is a fan.
13 Secrets 18k gold, kunzite and diamond pendant, $4,980 at 13 Secrets Jewelry Gallery

**Ethiopian Opal**

Jenn Breznen is no stranger to the jewelry biz—she studied at the GIA and has worked as a fine jewelry buyer for over a decade. But it was only recently, in 2019, that she started Mined + Found, a jewelry line that takes inspiration from all facets of life, using unique gemstones to create cheerily colorful pieces.
Mined + Found pendant in 14k yellow gold with Ethiopian opal, $1,390 (similar styles coming soon) at Mined + Found
*This item is sold out.

**Fancy Love**

Milan-based designer Monica Galletto created her company, Monica G., after a successful career in luxury fashion. It only took her one visit to Jaipur, the Pink City, to fall in love with every facet of its culture. Monica melded her own Italian roots with Indian traditions to establish a brand centered around symbolism and gemstones—all with the appropriate tagline, “I love my Jaipur.”
Monica G. “Fancy Love” necklace in 18k yellow gold and tourmaline, $449 at Monica G.

**London Blue Topaz**

Cynthia Rowley is a ready-to-wear fashion designer beloved for her “pretty-meets-sporty” signature aesthetic. Her playful printed dresses and neoprene swimwear are always at the top of the fashion world’s “must-have” lists. Of course, those cheerful ensembles need some equally cheerful accessories, including jewelry with vibrant stones.
Cynthia Rowley 14k yellow gold necklace with London blue topaz and green crystals, $1,200 at Cynthia Rowley

**Starburst**

Designer Christina Magdolna Washington’s love of “all things raw, handmade, and natural” is the driving force behind her jewelry brand. Her delicate creations incorporate a variety of stones that feel like something you might discover while traveling, and they work just as well-worn alone or layered.
Christina Magdolna “Starburst” necklace in 14k yellow gold and raspberry colored tourmaline, $895 at Christina Magdolna

Editor: Rebecca Daly
Wordsmith/Market Editor: Johannah Masters

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