I'll bet you like real stones in your jewelry. Sure, there are brands that cost $5 for costume jewelry. The difference is that handmade artisan jewelry contains real stones. Amethyst, turquoise, and rose quartz may be some that you are familiar with. You can tell a real stone by its weight and coldness. Stones will be much heavier than plastic and heavier than some metals.  All my jewelry uses real materials such as crystals, stones, and copper. Let me know if you are looking for a specific material in your bracelet or earrings. Some people believe real stones have healing or protection properties. No such claims are made here but the matter is open to your own beliefs.     This necklace contains lapis lazuli and labradorite!   This necklace contains an agate pendant, and prehnite and sandstone stones! Finally, here is a handy chart of stones. You may need to zoom in to read it. These necklaces are available at  https://www.mercari.com/u/806057986/ with many other handmade pieces