ArtFire

This gorgeous 19 inch necklace was created using large turquoise rondell beads and tiny faceted onyx spacers. The black onyx spacers allow the black matrix of the turquoise to really pop and creates fluid movement of the beads. The center focal turquoise bead is about 30 MM in diameter and the smallest turquoise bead is about 15 MM. The necklace closes with a lovely sterling silver S style clasp. This is a substantial necklace that weighs 10 1/2 ounces of stunning turquoise. It definitely makes a statement! The necklace can be shortened or lengthened if you wish. Please contact me before ordering if you need the length changed.

The necklace ships in a beautiful silk jewelry pouch.

Turquoise is found all over the world in areas that have experienced volcanic activity. In the United States, this gemstone is found in Arizona, California, Colorado, New Mexico, Nevada, Utah and Virginia.

Turquoise color ranges from sky blue through various shades of blue greens. The color of the gemstone is determined by the minerals found in the area where the turquoise was formed. If more copper is present in the mix a bluer stone is produced. If more iron is in the mix a greener stone results.

Turquoise is thought by some to help us to better understand ourselves and to bring our ideas and emotions under control . Turquoise is also thought to protect and bless the wearer, increasing serenity, wisdom, strength, friendship and love.

Native Americans honored turquoise as a sacred stone; believing the gemstone absorbs negativity, transforming it into useful energy.

I don't know if turquoise possesses these traits but I do know this is a unique and stunning necklace that would be a wonderful addition to any collection!

Turquoise, sterling silver, black onyx