MATERIALS:

Sterling silver and real Turquoise.

MEASUREMENTS:

The necklace measures approximately 17-3/8" long. It weights 26.5 grams.

DESCRIPTION:

Expect plenty of compliments while wearing this stunning bead necklace! This piece of Native American jewelry is hand strung out of genuine sterling silver and real Turquoise beads. The necklace consists of: 3-mm silver round beads, 6-mm rondelle beads, and an average of 10-mm Turquoise freeform beads. Each end of the necklace is completed with a silver cone and bead for a perfect finish. 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 their appeal and beauty.