MATERIALS:

Sterling silver and Turquoise.

MEASUREMENTS:

Pendant measures approximately 3" long (including bail) and 1-1/2" at widest point. Necklace measures approximately 21-1/4" long. The necklace and pendant weight 57.5 grams.

DESCRIPTION: 

There is nothing at all average about this beautiful necklace! The pendant is hand crafted out of genuine sterling silver with a beautiful design and a Turquoise stone in the center. In some beliefs, the turtle represents strength, female power and fertility. The turtle is also considered to be able to defy death. The pendant is stamped sterling and hallmarked.  The necklace is hand strung out of genuine sterling silver and Turquoise freeform beads. The necklace consists of: 3-mm silver round beads and 8-mm to 10-mm Turquoise freeform beads. Each end of the necklace is completed with a silver bead and cone for an outstanding finish. The cones are stamped sterling. This necklace is hallmarked by the artist.

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 its appeal and beauty.