Authentic Sterling Silver Turquoise And Opal Southwest Bead Necklace DX117685

MATERIALS:

Sterling silver, real Turquoise, and man made Opal.

MEASUREMENTS:

The necklace measures approximately 29-1/2" long and weighs 77 grams 

DESCRIPTION: 

Take advantage of the great price on this amazing necklace! This piece of jewelry is hand strung out of genuine sterling silver, Turquoise beads, and an inlay bead pendant. The necklace consists of: 3-mm and 4-mm silver round beads, along with 8-mm rondelle beads, and a fabulous 25-mm Turquoise and Opal inlay bead. Each end of the necklace is completed with a silver cone and bead for an amazing finish. The cones are stamped sterling.

Turquoise is the birthstone of December. It is believed that turquoise tends to bring good fortune, strength and helps overcome illness. Turquoise got its name from the Levantine traders called Turks who brought the stone to Europe from Persia via Turkey centuries ago. Native Americans have prized turquoise since the time of the Aztecs, who mined it in New Mexico. The natural variations that occur in turquoise are part of their appeal and beauty.

Most people know Opal for its distinctive play of color, it is a semi-transparent solidified mineral composed of silicon and water, and it gets its name from the Latin word "Oplus" meaning precious stone. Opal is the birthstone for October. It is believed to release self-consciousness allowing spontaneous action, and awakens psychic and mystical qualities.