Turquoise Multicolor Sterling Silver Bead Pendant Necklace AS31903

MATERIALS:

Sterling silver, Turquoise, Oyster Shell, Lapis, Purple Agate, and Opal (the matrix in the inlay may vary slightly).

MEASUREMENTS:

Bead pendant measures approximately 3/8" long, 1/2" at widest point, and has a 4-mm opening. Necklace measures approximately 20" long.

DESCRIPTION:

There is nothing at all average about this beautiful pendant and necklace set! The bead pendant is hand made out of genuine sterling silver and Multicolor Inlay. The inlay consists of real Turquoise, Oyster Shell, Lapis, Purple Agate, and man made Opal. The inlay is delicately set, while thin silver lines highlight in between completing the pendant beautifully. The pendant is stamped sterling and hallmarked. The pendant is a part of a set, which includes a genuine leather cord necklace. The necklace may be worn alone or with other pendants and the pendant may be worn with other necklaces.

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 semi-transparent solidified mineral composed of silicon and water, and it gets its name from the Latin word "Oplus" meaning precious stone. Opal is October's birthstone. It is believed to release self-consciousness allowing spontaneous action, and awakens one's psychic and mystical qualities.