MATERIALS:

Sterling silver, Turquoise, Oyster Shell, Lapis, Magenta Turquoise,and Opal.

MEASUREMENTS:

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

DESCRIPTION:

What a beautiful bead pendant! The pendant is hand made out ofgenuine sterling silver and multicolor inlay. The inlay consists ofreal Turquoise, Oyster Shell, Lapis, Magenta Turquoise, and manmade Opal. The inlay is carefully set, while thin silver lines canbe in between for a lovely finish. The pendant is stamped sterlingand hallmarked.

Turquoise is the birthstone of December. It is believed thatturquoise tends to bring good fortune, strength and helps overcomeillness. Turquoise got its name from the Levantine traders calledTurks who brought the stone to Europe from Persia via Turkeycenturies ago. Native Americans have prized turquoise since thetime of the Aztecs, who mined it in New Mexico. The naturalvariations that occur in turquoise are part of their appeal andbeauty.

Most people know Opal for its distinctive play of color, it issemi-transparent solidified mineral composed of silicon and water,and it gets its name from the Latin word "Oplus" meaning preciousstone. Opal is October's birthstone. It is believed to releaseself-consciousness allowing spontaneous action, and awakens one'spsychic and mystical qualities.