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Product sourcing by Sarah Fischer and Erica Wark
Photography by Marc Fowler/Metropolis Studio

Blue Heart
This oval pendant, which was handcrafted in Ottawa, features lapis lazuli — a stone prized for its unique, intense blue colour. $45. Strut Jewelry, strutjewelry.com.

Natural Beauty
Agate from Turkey is framed in gold, then wrapped with gold wire, for an embellished oval necklace. $68. Wunderkammer, 238 Dalhousie St., 613-860-3510.

Talisman Taste
This Georg Jensen pendant combines amethyst and silver for a festive look ($669). The Pyrrha Three Graces necklace is a simple way to give style — and luck — to a loved one (far right, $238). Magpie Jewellery, 430 Richmond Rd., 613-686-3989 (and two other locations).

Wrapped Up
In this stunning choker by Studio Gi, carefully crafted metal embraces a large semi-precious stone to create a dramatic piece sure to elevate any outfit. $135. Davidson’s Jewellers, 790 Bank St., 613-234-4136.

Exotic Elegance
These intricate earrings mirror ornate Christmas wreaths. Influenced by Morocco and the markets of Marakesh. $26. Urbanite Jewelry, urbanitejewelry.com.