Chrysoprase is a delightful gemstone and is considered to be the rarest and most valuable stone in the chalcedony quartz group. The term "chrysoprase" comes from the Greek words for "golden apple" or "golden leek." The stone colors vary from pastel mint green to deeper lime green, based on the amount of nickel present.

The ancient Greeks and Romans believed in the stone’s powerful metaphysical healing powers, which could also attract love, prosperity, and abundance. The calming aura of the gemstone stimulates the heart and the sacral chakras, balances positive and negative energy, and channelizes Universal energy into one’s physical body. By imparting a sense of being an innate part of the divine whole, the stone gently induces a state of deep, tranquil meditation.

The beauty of Chrysoprase lies in its power to make creativity flow, heal relationships, and bring out one’s inner child. The stone stands for hope, veracity, and authenticity. It gently aids one in overcoming impulsive, angry thoughts with a soulful surge of positivity. Wearing the vibrant gemstone fills you with peace, trust, and a sense of security.

This potent, detoxifying stone harnesses its spiritual powers to free the body and mind from the damaging shackles of toxic waste and poisons that may wreak unknown havoc within a person’s system. Chrysoprase wards off nightmares and promotes a relaxing and peaceful night’s sleep.

Syna sources its vibrant, translucent, neon-green chrysoprase stones from Queensland, Australia, and translates them into stunning, mesmerizing works of art such as necklaces, rings, and bracelets. Champagne diamonds and 18 K yellow gold only enhance the depth and charm of the brilliant green stone’s vivid and lucid color.

 Chrysoprase is an uplifting stone that supports independence while encouraging commitment. It imparts a higher consciousness, a youthful zest, and a feeling of everlasting hope.  It is the harbinger of a non-judgemental attitude and strengthens one’s belief in and acceptance of oneself and others.

We take great care with every aspect of our fine jewelry, from designing pieces you’ll love, to sourcing and cutting gemstones, to using handcrafted techniques in the production process. It is the use of only the best materials on offer that makes our jewelry “fine” jewelry. These aren’t pieces meant to be worn for a season and discarded, but sources of happiness meant to bring you a lifetime of enjoyment. Here’s everything we do that puts the “fine” in fine jewelry.

Part of making fine jewelry is working with only the best in their field. Our manufacturers are spread out all over the world, but what they all have in common is a commitment to the traditional process of making jewelry. This allows us to look to the future by combining the best of the past and the present, using time-honored techniques to fashion timeless designs. The result is a piece of jewelry that can be worn every day, for all of your days, and will always look fresh. All of our items are the unique product of an individual craftsperson. This commitment to quality takes time, but the result is worth waiting for!

Most of our collections are made from 18k gold, offering durability without sacrificing luxury. Our 18k gold alloy gives our pieces their beautiful, subtle hue, whether in yellow, white or rose gold. We also accent our pieces with sterling silver and black rhodium. “Sterling” describes silver that is at least 92.7% pure, while black rhodium is a rare type of platinum that we use to give some of our pieces a dramatic depth and a timeless, vintage look.

Active in Every Part of the Process

Our gemstones are cut and polished in our stone lapidary in Jaipur, India, and we take an active part in the entire process, from sourcing to production. We are not only committed to giving you the highest quality fine jewelry. We also have a responsibility to leave the world in better shape than we found it [link to social responsibility].

We set out to spread joy through beauty, and we know that objects meant to bring happiness cannot have their origin in practices that cause harm. If that were the case, have we really made the world more beautiful?

Beauty can’t come out of ugly practices, so we root our work in an ethical sensibility. That’s why we have a zero-tolerance policy toward conflict diamonds. All of our business practices are based on fair and transparent trading. We hold to these principles when sourcing gemstones and metals, when working with suppliers, manufacturers, and other partners, and when serving our customers.

Art is all about capturing a moment and transforming it, allowing us to see our lives and ourselves in different ways. We started Syna with a vision for what jewelry could do as an artistic medium, and how it could capture moments of joy and crystallize them into objects of beauty. We’re so happy to see that vision bear fruit for us and for everyone in the Syna family.

Our fears are born out of unfulfilled needs, such as the need for safety, the need for love, and the need for recognition. Fear is driven by self-interest. 

Fearful people are afraid that they don't have enough or that they are not enough. Fear always needs something. Fear always wants to get. That doesn't mean fear is bad, it's just a survival mechanism that reveals an unfulfilled need. 

Once we learn to fulfill these needs and we let go of fear we make room for love, and love is not interested in taking because it doesn't need anything. Love is appreciation, and appreciation has no needs. 

Love is not an emotion; it's a way of being. And once we raise our consciousness to a state of love by overcoming our fears, all we want is to connect, create and contribute. Love always wants to share. Fear may motivate but only love inspires.

Be courageous to do what you love, and love what you do. 

Part of any worthwhile journey involves looking to the past for inspiration, and we embrace this practice at Syna. Our Mogul collection was our first collection as a brand, and it struck a chord with Syna customers as much as it struck a chord with us. 

Why did we choose Mogul as our first collection? Well, the Mogul era, which flourished from the 16th to the 18th century in India, brought Islamic and Hindu cultures into harmony and placed great emphasis on human rights, art, and culture. The works of art that emerged out of that period continue to delight and entrance artists - including us! - to this day. We continuously find new inspiration from studying the art of this period. For our first collection, we wanted to honor that tradition by combining its timeless patterns and themes with elegant, modern design.

As you know from our story (https://synajewels.com/pages/about-us), we immigrated to the United States from India in 2003. Our life since then has been one of alchemy - discovering the challenges and joys of learning an entirely new culture while leaning on our cultural past for stability and strength. In many ways, that is a reflection of what was happening during the Mogul era in India. The artists of the Mogul Empire created immortal masterpieces that have become synonymous with India by combining Islamic designs from Persia and Central Asia with the older Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain traditions of India.

Architecture was the primary vehicle of artistic expression during that time. The most famous example of Mogul architecture is the Taj Mahal, a mausoleum built by Mogul emperor Shah Jahan for his wife, Mumtaz Mahal. But many examples of Mogul architecture just as inspiring as the Taj Mahal can be found in the city of Jaipur. The city itself is a work of art, one that merges eastern and western ideas of urban design. The city’s designer, Jai Singh II, arranged the city’s streets and districts in a very modern-looking grid system inspired by European urban planning while also incorporating ideas from vāstu śāstra (Sanskrit for “science of architecture”).

The city’s plan itself is visually appealing, but even more beautiful are its many temples and palaces. They are powerful, monumental designs, but they also display an incredible sophistication, featuring row upon row of columns, arches, arcades, windows, and parapets.

A Union of Strength and Delicacy

But as powerful as these edifices are, a closer inspection reveals an abundance of delicate details, such as the intricate, dazzling latticework that Mogul architecture is so famous for. Screens called jaalis, carved from sandstone, divided rooms while allowing breezes to pass through interiors.

Patterns that proliferate like vines or branches, looking more like the work of nature than the hand of an artist, decorate interiors and exteriors alike. Curves, arches, and domes break up the hard geometry of stone. There is an almost fractal effect created, revealing new levels of detail the closer you get.

Pieces like the Mogul Motif Charm and Mogul Diamond Medallion Pendant capture the sophisticated balance of strength and elegance found throughout Mughal architecture. Powerful and dramatic from a distance, but delicate and detailed up close, these pieces are perfect for anyone looking to make a statement with their accessories.

Painting experienced a renaissance alongside architecture during the Mogul era. Mogul painters painted in brilliant, jewel-like colors. Some painters even used gold, silver, and crushed precious stones in their paints. In the paintings of this era, hues reminiscent of ruby, sapphire, lapis lazuli, and turquoise pop against earthy emerald and gold backgrounds. Beads and cabochons allow strong colors to stand out and make a statement, as in our Mogul Bead Earrings, Necklace, and Pendant, Mogul Turquoise Diamond Earrings, and Opal & Pink Spinel Bead Necklace.

Mogul Motifs

Peacocks and swords are two motifs that show up often in Mogul art. The peacock had long been a symbol of joy and beauty in Hinduism, and the throne of the Mogul emperors was the Peacock Throne. The prominence of the peacock continues today, as the peacock became India’s national bird the new republic gained independence in 1947. Our Large Mogul Motif Peacock Pendant captures the magic of the peacock in an elegant combination of oxidized silver, champagne diamonds, and intricate 18k gold details in a design that shimmers with all the complexity of the peacock’s tail.

As we said here, the sword symbolizes valor, comfort, and safety. In the Dharmic religions (Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, and Sikhism), the sword is also a symbol of wisdom cutting through the veil of ignorance. This is why some deities are often depicted brandishing a sword. You can exude that same confidence and power with the Mogul Sword Pendants and Mogul Sword Ring. 

On the one hand, the designs of the Mogul collection, like the art of the Mogul era, are simple, balanced, and bold. On the other, they are sophisticated, intricate, and elegant. And like the tradition that inspired them, they combine diverse cultural influences to create something that harmonizes various elements into a striking whole that transforms the magnificence of the Mogul emperors for modern sensibilities.