Necklace Details
Turquoise (Kingman; rare; old stock) – Turquoise has been mined in the Acerbate Mountains near Kingman, Arizona for nearly 2000 years. Kingman Turquoise is known for its striking sky blue color and black web matrix. The Kingman Turquoise Mine is one of the oldest and highest producing turquoise mines in the US; in the 1970s Kingman produced almost half of the world's supply of turquoise. Turquoise is one of December’s birthstones and considered a sacred and protective stone around the world.
Spinel (Black; rare) – Spinel is a glittering, flashing stone that comes in every color of the rainbow and has a long history of being mistaken for other gems. In fact, the desire to distinguish ruby from spinel, most famously impacting the Black Prince’s “Ruby” in the British Crown Jewels, gave birth to the science of gemology! Like garnet and diamond, this sparkly stone is singly refractive. This rare stone is believed to help with the overall flow of one’s energy and enhance personal growth and happiness. Spinel is one of August’s birthstones and given as a 22nd anniversary gift.
Quartz (Madagascar) – Clear Quartz is also known as Rock Crystal or Crystal Quartz. The ancient Greeks called this stone ‘krustallos’, which means ice crystal, because they believed quartz crystals were pieces of ice that were frozen so deeply they would never melt again. The stone of antique crystal balls has been equated with magical, mystical properties throughout the ages. Today it is believed that quartz crystals help with balance, energy, and clarity. Some consider Crystal Quartz an alternate birthstone for April.
Sterling Silver – Silver is considered a precious metal and, because of its durability, a tangible representation of lasting love and family bonds. It is also believed to strengthen emotional, mental, and physical well-being by promoting inner peace, alleviating stress and anxiety, and warding off negative energy. Wearing or carrying sterling silver serves as a personal talisman, enhancing one's inner strength and resilience. Silver is given as a 25th anniversary gift.