Jade and lapis choker, 'Lucky Nine' 16" L

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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. Lapis lazuli and jade bring forth the mystical allure surrounding the kao pendant of this sterling silver necklace by Chalermkwan. Kao, meaning "nine," is considered to be a lucky number in Thailand and together with jade (protection, wisdom, and luck) and lapis lazuli (inner truth and peace) this necklace balances the vibes believed to bring forth good fortune as predicted in Kao na - to "move forward." An augur of peace, harmony, and fortune, this beautiful necklace makes for a symbolic birthday gift. 92.5% silver and 7.5% nickel. Artisan Info: "My name is Chalermkwan Veerasilp. I was born of September 18, 1972 in northern Thailand. My father was an architect and he definitely influenced my wanting to be a designer. I graduated in interior design from Bangkok Rangsit University in 1996, where I was taught techniques applicable to every line of arts. When I completed my studies, I was hired as an interior designer in Bangkok where I worked for five years. One day I met a jewelry dealer and we talked about his business, about designing and he asked me if I would be interested to design jewelry for him. It was only a part time job but I found this craft interesting and I also thought about the future, about freedom in my work, about growing bored with interior design, and decided