Southwest Turquoise Coral Silver Necklace Leaf Pendant Set SX10417

MATERIALS:

Sterling Silver, Turquoise and Coral.

MEASUREMENTS:

Pendant measures approximately 1-3/8" long (including bail) and 5/8" at widest point. Necklace measures approximately 17-3/4" long, The set weighs 13 grams.

DESCRIPTION:

This is a very gorgeous necklace that would make a great gift! This piece of Navajo style jewelry is hand strung, out of genuine sterling silver, real Turquoise, and real Coral beads. Expect plenty of compliments while wearing this stunning necklace set! The necklace is made up of that consist of: 2-mm silver round beads, 4-mm Coral round beads, and Turquoise round beads with a size of 4-mm! Each end of the necklace is highlighted with a silver cone for a fantastic finish. The cones are stamped sterling.

The snake is found in many healing and fertility rituals. It is also connected with lightning, speed, and being able to move undetected. The pendant is stamped Zuni and hallmarked by the artist.

Corals are known to be very soothing and very protective. Coral is of an organic origin, it is the skeletal remains of marine animals called Coral Polyps. Colonies of these tiny creatures build branching structures as they grow, gradually forming reefs and atolls. 

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.