MATERIALS:
Sterling silver and real Blue Ridge Turquoise.
MEASUREMENTS:
Necklace measures approximately 27-1/4" inside circumference allowing the side links to measure 2-1/2" long and 1" wide, while the center piece measures 3" long and 2-5/8" at widest point. The necklace weighs 210 grams. Hook dangle earrings measure approximately 1-3/4" long (including hook) and 7/8" at widest point.
DESCRIPTION:
This is truly an outstanding necklace that will make a great impression! This Native American jewelry set is Navajo hand crafted and strung by artist Ray Delgarito, out of genuine sterling silver, along with real Turquoise stones. The necklace is composed of one Naja (the crescent-shaped large center pendant) and double strands of 7-mm silver eccentric beads that are placed at regular intervals among the round side of the center. Each side of the necklace has THREE stones. All of the stones are delicately set in hand cut bezel settings, while being accented by silver mini beads and hand crafted silver designs for a fabulous look. Entire traditional necklace is flexible "not stiff". The earrings have a total of TWO stones (ONE in each earring) and perfectly match the necklace for an excellent finish to this set. The necklace and earrings are stamped sterling and hallmarked. This entire set has a total of NINE stones.
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.
