Pink Rhodochrosite and Sterling Silver Pendant, Stalactite Slice Handmade Unique Designer Statement Boho Necklace Ready to Ship Gift for Her

The exquisit rings of color and one-of-a-kind handmade setting make this beautiful Boho-style pendant truly unique! Stone: Rhodochrosite stalactite, and three small pink opal beads Cut: Rhodochrosite is cut in a slice, pink opals are cut as small, microfaceted beads Color: Translucent rings of various shades of pink, white, and beige-Brown Measurements: Stone 2.5x2.1 cm, pendant 2.5x4cm Setting: Hand made bezel setting, open-backed to let in light from behind the stone while still protecting it from impact Metal: Bale hand made from 935 silver; handmade setting, chain and handmade clasp made from sterling silver Length: 28 Inches as photographed, but can be made any length between 19 and 33 inches upon purchase Metal Finish: Brushed for a shiny finish The gemstone material in this pendant is extremely rare. Rhodochrosite is a very soft stone (only a 4 on Moh's hardness scale), and it is very difficult to find a slice of stalactite material that is still completely intact, like this one is. Even more rare are the not-quite-concentric rings of color in this particular stone. All in all, It's a really unique, fantastic stone! The name rhodochrosite comes from the Greek word, "rhodokhros," meaning "rose coloured." In Argentina, rhodochrosite stalagmites formed in Inca silver mines that were abandoned centuries ago. Sometimes it is also called "Rosa del Inca" or "Inca rose stone" and it is said that the Incas believed that rhodochrosite was the blood of their former rulers that had turned to stone. Rhodochrosite is the national gemstone of Argentina and the state mineral of Colorado, due to significant deposits being discovered in both places. Rhodochrosite's pink colour associates it with emotional healing, love, compassion, creativity and intuition, and is thought to encourage positive feelings, personal strength and to soothe its wearer. I only use natural, genuine gemstones in my jewelry creations. I made this setting by hand from 92.5% pure (sterling) silver, custom-tailoring them to each indívidual gemstone, ensuring a perfect fit for every stone. The hand-crafted nature of my work process makes each piece of my jewelry truly one-of-a-kind!