The listing, Beautiful New Turquoise, Amethyst, Pearl, & Sterling Pendant has ended.
Ok, I have put off listing this because I'm afraid it won't get enough bids for what it's worth. So here it is! This is a .925 sterling silver pendant with turquoise that is purple, blue, and gold. It also has a pearl and an amethyst. It has beautiul cut work in the bail. It measures 3" from the top of the bail to the bottom and is 3/4" wide. If bids hit 3000 I will throw in a sterling silver chain.
Amethyst is the official birthstone for February. Amethyst is the purple variety of quartz and the most valued member of the quartz family. It is found inside geodes and in alluvial deposits all around the world and occurs in both crystalline or massive forms. When manganese is present in clear quartz amethyst is produced, while the amount of iron contained in the specimen accounts for the depth of purple.Throughout history amethyst has been used to guard against drunkenness and is thought to be helpful in overcoming addiction. It has been used for hearing disorders, insomnia, headaches and other pain. Some sources suggest it is used to stabilize mental disorders.
Worn to make the wearer gentle and amiable. Amethyst powers include: dreams, healing, peace, love, spiritual upliftment, courage, psychism, protection against thieves, and happiness.
Turquoise is the one of the official birth stones for the month of December. For centuries, the most valuable turquoise came from Iran (Persia) but today some specimens mined in the southwestern United States compete with it. Turquoise attracts money, success and love. Its powers include protection, healing, courage, friendship, and luck. Relaxes the mind, and eases mental tension.
Turquoise is sacred to many Native American's and was carved in the shape of animals and birds. These carvings were placed in the Indians tombs to attract beneficial spirits and to guard the dead. Turquoise was also used by medicine men for healing and by warriors who fixed turquoise to the end of their bows to insure accurate shots.