MATERIALS:
Sterling silver and Malachite.
MEASUREMENTS:
Pendant measures approximately 1-3/4" long (including bail) and 3/8" at widest point. Necklace measures approximately 18" long.
DESCRIPTION:
This lovely necklace set will definitely attract plenty of attention! In this Native American jewelry set, the pendant is Navajo hand crafted out of genuine sterling silver and a Malachite stone. The necklace is hand strung out of genuine sterling silver and Malachite beads. The necklace consists of: 2-mm and 7-mm silver round beads and 8-mm Malachite round beads. Each end of the necklace is completed with a silver cone and bead for a beautiful finish. The cones are stamped sterling.
Malachite is famous for its radial banding and deep green color. Popular today for use in Southwestern style jewelry, malachite was also popular in the past with the ancient Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans. It was worn as a good luck charm to keep away danger and illness. It is believed to balance and stabilize ones emotions.
