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. Tourmaline and jade in a rainbow of colors form a novel necklace. Designed to drape or tie like a scarf, Matta's beautiful design is endlessly versatile. The sterling silver clasp features a floral motif and is bathed in 24k gold. Orange jade enhances energy while yellow jade is linked with understanding and empathy. White fosters the practical application of spirituality. Cool and serene, green jade is thought to augment longevity, fertility and harmony. A powerful, electromagnetic gem, tourmaline strengthens body and spirit. .925 rating silver Artisan Info: "My name is Matta Nandrakwang, I was born and raised in Chiang Rai, the northernmost province in Thailand next to the border with Myanmar (Burma). I grew up appreciating this naturally beautiful area, home to rich and diverse cultures as well as many ancient ethnic tribes. Since the area is rich with gems and the main activity was their trade, I began to learn and develop a passion for the various gemstones. "Ever since I was a young girl, I have been enamored with the hill tribe people's love of jewelry. I regularly saw people around me wearing jewelry. I recall seeing a hill tribe girl my age, seven at the time, wearing beautiful silver jewelry accessorizing her colorful costume. She had silver coins hanging around her