Onyx & Green Malachite Unity Bracelet from Guatemala - Together in Strength Multicolor painting the vase by hand

painting the vase by hand with vibrant floral motifs

the Huaman Paucar Family in Peru crafts by hand an exquisite ceramic vase with meticulous attention to detail

setting each stone in shimmering sterling silver

Adorned with an exquisite openwork accent

India's Ritu Thapar designs the square earrings

Onyx & Green Malachite Unity Bracelet from Guatemala - Together in Strength Multicolor painting the vase by hand'Onyx represents the strength with which we face any situation, and the malachite represents the planet earth. That is why I chose that stone to represent unity,' Lesbia Back says of this design. 'Its color also symbolizes hope, which is a feeling of faith in God. A hope that all that happens in our lives has a purpose that will bring us good in the future. At the same time, hope motivates us to move forward and commit ourselves to helping others,