Genuine Turquoise Sterling Silver Navajo Pendant NX12576

MATERIALS: Sterling Silver and real Turquoise. MEASUREMENTS: Pendant measures approximately 3-1/8" long (including bail) and 1-1/4" at widest point. This pendant weighs 0.8 oz (23 gms). DESCRIPTION: This lovely pendant will definitely attract plenty of attention! This casted & Dome Turquoise piece hand crafted by Navajo artist Victor Begay out of genuine sterling silver and real Turquoise stones. The TWO stones are delicately set in a hand cut bezel setting, while being complimented with twisted silver, silver beads and intricate details for a marvelous finish. The pendant is stamped sterling and hallmarked. 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.