MATERIALS:

Sterling silver, real Turquoise, Coral, and Picture Rock.

MEASUREMENTS:

Necklace measures approximately 24-1/4" long and weighs 45 grams.

DESCRIPTION:

This is a very exquisite necklace that must not be overlooked! This necklace is hand strung bead by bead by American artist Mandi Van Detti, out of genuine sterling silver and real multicolor beads. The necklace consists of: 3-mm silver round beads, 8-mm Turquoise rondelle beads, 6-mm Coral rondelle beads, and 6-mm Picture Rock rondelle beads. Each end of the necklace is finished off with a silver cone and bead for a fantastic look. 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 its appeal and beauty.

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.