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. Marcela Rossl creates an attractive contrast between the sky blue hue of turquoise and the cool metal sheen of silver. Her exclusive design alternates between gemstone spheres and sterling flowers. Turquoise is regarded as the gem of happiness and good fortune, as well as a protective amulet for travelers. It is the Sagittarius birthstone, as well as the anniversary gem for the 5th year of marriage. .925 rating silver. Artisan Info: "I'm Marcela Rossl, and I was born in Lima on March 19, 1967. I've always liked handicrafts and would draw, paint, craft candles and create ceramics. I began working in this world of art in 2003. "I took courses in jewelry design and silver work, and I've always liked silver. This is the chance to try something new. I'd made my own costume jewelry before. But I have someone who was allergic to the materials and couldn't wear it. I decided to craft the designs in silver and when I saw how wonderful and elegant they looked, I haven't stopped. This is my passion and it is reflected in my daily life. My designs are part of me and each piece of jewelry is a moment in my life. "When I'd wear my designs people would literally take them off me. 'I want this one, not another piece,' they'd tell me. It was difficult to repeat a design because I never liked