Add a touch of natural elegance to your collection with this exquisite sterling silver pendant featuring a stunning charoite cabochon. This unique piece highlights the beautiful, swirling patterns and rich purple hues characteristic of this rare and captivating stone.
Pendant Details:
* Stone: Natural Charoite
* Metal: Solid .925 Sterling Silver
* Design: Expertly handcrafted with a unique style using square silver bars across the front of the stone and a hidden bail
* Dimensions: 3/4" tall x 1" wide
* Chain: 18" cable style sterling silver
About Charoite:
Charoite is a truly unique and relatively newly discovered mineral, known for its striking purple color and distinctive fibrous, swirling patterns that often resemble a painter's brushstrokes.
* Origin: This remarkable stone is found exclusively in one location in the world – the Murun Massif in the Sakha Republic (Yakutia), Russia. It was first discovered in the 1940s but wasn't widely known until the late 1970s.
* Formation: Charoite is formed from the alteration of limestone by the intrusion of alkaline igneous rocks. Its unique swirly appearance comes from the intergrowth of various minerals, predominantly charoite itself, but also including tinaksite, canasite, and microcline.
* Rarity: Due to its single source, charoite is considered a rare gemstone, making pieces like this pendant especially unique.
This charoite pendant is a perfect gift for someone who appreciates natural beauty and unique gemstones, or a thoughtful addition to your own jewelry collection. Each charoite stone is one-of-a-kind, ensuring your pendant is truly unique.
Care Instructions:
To keep your sterling silver and charoite pendant looking its best, avoid contact with harsh chemicals, perfumes, and prolonged exposure to direct sunlight. Clean with a soft cloth and store in a dry place.
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