Ask a hundred Americans what springs to mind at the mention of India and you’ll get a whole lot of yoga, a smattering of tandoori, and a handful of Arie.

Time’s not far off when jewelry will be a common response as well.

Especially if Cheena Chandra has anything to do with it. Her masterfully crafted pieces, inspired by her love of nature and art, introduce another great wonder of India: gems. Her one-of-a-kind earrings and necklaces feature pristine semiprecious stones — like lemon quartz, orange and green garnet, tourmaline, rubies, and pearls — in silver and gold settings. Signatures include multistrand lariats, chandeliers, and gold-mesh earrings. All the perfect accoutrements, day or night.

You’ll never think of India the same way again.

Cheena Chandra (917-374-8345). To see styles or find a retailer near you, go to cheenachandra.com.