Bright Blue Turquoise Sterling Silver Necklace featuring Gorgeous Kingman Turquoise

This handmade sterling silver necklace features a large piece of "high blue" Kingman turquoise -- over 17 carats -- complete with pyrite and brown matrix.  Kingman turquoise is revered for its vibrant blue color, and this stone's color is outstanding.

Kingman turquoise comes from Kingman, Arizona and is considered one of the most beautiful turquoises in the world.  I've included several closeup images of the stone to give you a better idea of its beauty, photographed in bright & muted natural lighting, as well as under photography lights. (The bright white spots are reflections from the window or light bulbs.)

I accented the oval shape of the stone with a simple sterling silver halo setting, complete with 3 sterling silver drop accents (plus 1 additional  sterling silver drop on the bail), as well as an oval sterling silver chain. The pendant and chain are solid, American .925 sterling silver.

Details:

• One-of-a-kind -- only 1 available
• Pendant measures 1" (24mm) wide x 1 3/8" (34mm) tall x 1/4" (6mm) thick approximately, not including bail
  
• This turquoise is from the Kingman mine in Arizona and has been cut by a skilled American lapidary whose work is highly sought after. (It's real, genuine turquoise.)
  
• Finish:  Pendant & chain have been oxidized then given a soft, brushed sheen with oxidation remaining in the recesses, as well as the interior of the chain.
• Chain length is available in your choice with an S-clasp closure. (American-manufactured sterling silver chain and handmade clasp)
  
• Don't see your preferred length or have a question?  Send me a message using the Contact form, and I'll be happy to help.

Symbolism:

• The oval shapes are thought to enhance creativity.
• Turquoise, a December birthstone, represents wisdom, tranquility, protection, good fortune, and hope.  Many cultures believe in its profound power to protect and have revered it as a good luck stone.

About: 

• All pieces are slowly and carefully handcrafted in my studio in the Buffalo National River Wilderness, located in the Boston Mountains of the Ozarks, using sustainable, eco-friendly practices. 
  

• As with all handmade jewelry, please be mindful to take care of it. It should not be worn in the shower, while cleaning, gardening, during strenuous activities such as sports, or in the water.

• The sun, heat, lotions and chemicals can affect stones negatively. Clean silver (not stones) with a gentle polishing cloth, especially for jewelry (Sunshine polishing cloth is recommended).