Signature Collection - Judith Altman Designs

Tibetan Repoussé Pendant and Turquoise Necklace

Turquoise Tassel Necklace

A necklace of lovely, clear blue turquoise beads are hand-knotted and support a sterling silver and turquoise bead tassel. A little petite in size but dramatic in color and design. <br><br>Turquoise is one of the official birthstones for the month of December, and is heralded as the stone of communication. It encourages enthusiasm, thus inspiring new projects and bringing to light undiscovered artistic abilities. Turquoise also provides understanding and encourages attention to detail while attracting prosperity and success.<br><br>This necklace is 28 inches long and does not have a clasp - you put it on over your head. The tassel is 3-1/2 inches long.

Thai Elephant Amulet with Bronzite Necklace

This Thai amulet depicts the magical and powerful war elephant. Thai people believe that this amulet is extremely powerful in making the owner safe from anything harmful. The bearer of this Elephant amulet, according to Thai beliefs, will have luck in human endeavors. It is also believed to make you stronger in important decision-making. I purchased this special amulet at the amulet market in Bangkok.<br><br>Here this amulet is hand-knotted onto a necklace of faceted bronzite beads with gold accents. It closes with a large hook and loop closure. The necklace is 20-1/2 inches long. The total pendant drop from the necklace is 2-3/4 inches.

Telsum Amulet Necklace

Ruby Quartz and Pink Chalcedony Necklace

Faceted rounds of saturated red ruby quartz alternate with pale faceted nuggets of pink chalcedony. The necklace is hand-knotted with gold accents and some small rubies on each side in the back. Known as the generosity stone, pink chalcedony represents happiness, optimism and receptivity. Ruby quartz is an exquisite gemstone which symbolizes vitality, energy, and sensuality.<br><br>This necklace is 18-1/2 inches long and closes with a large gold vermeil hook and loop clasp.

Pearl Cluster Necklace

Quartz Crystal Disks Necklace

Go for the bold with this collar of natural quartz crystal disks each hand-knotted into this show stopper necklace. Each disk is drilled and strung at the top of the disk allowing them to flare out beautifully when worn. Quartz crystal was once believed to be an eternal ice sent by the heavenly gods. The Ancient Japanese believed quartz formed from the breath of a white dragon, and regarded it as representing perfection. Quartz is believed to enhance spiritual growth, spirituality and wisdom. Because it clarifies thought processes and emotions, it can increase inspiration and creativity.<br><br>This necklace is 17 inches long and closes with a large hook and loop closure.

Copper and Lapis Turkish Beads Necklace

These gorgeous Turkish copper beads (they have a coating so they will not change) are enameled with lapis blue inlay. In this necklace they are combined with lapis beads and copper accents. Since the earliest of times, lapis lazuli has been associated with strength and courage, royalty and wisdom, intellect and truth.<br><br>This necklace is 18-1/2 inches long and closes with a large hook and loop closure.

Banded Agate with Pendant Necklace

The pendant here is an ancient piece of agate from Central Asia set in a bezel. It hangs from a strand of lovingly hand-knotted banded brown agate beads with silver accents. Known as a stone that anchors the heart and soul, brown agate brings comfort and weight where it is needed, ensuring that you feel safe and stable no matter how strong the emotional winds are blowing.<br><br>This necklace is 18-1/2 inches long and closes with a textured toggle clasp. The pendant is 1-1/2 inches wide.<br><br>

Freeform Agate Slabs Necklace

Large sized, artfully arranged and substantial, this agate statement necklace is a beautiful reminder of how magical our world is! Freeform natural agate pieces are assembled so that they lay flat creating a dramatic collar. They look like they have just been excavated from the earth but in reality they have been polished and smoothed to a lovely soft lustre. <br><br>The necklace is 20 inches long. The largest central stone is 2-1/2 inches top to bottom.