Chaco Canyon Southwest Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Sterling Silver Butterfly Pin/Pendant

Experience the bold tenderness of this distinctive Chaco Canyon Southwest Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Sterling Silver Butterfly Pin/Pendant. Round, square, oval and pear-shaped, stabilized Sleeping Beauty turquoise gems tuck into serrated bezel settings that cover the charming piece. Textured "antennae" add a touch of playful realism.

Chaco Canyon Southwest Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Sterling Silver Butterfly Pin/Pendant Features:

• Pendant measures approx. 1-15/16"W x 2-9/16"W 
• Joint-and-catch closure/hidden bail
• Chain not included
• Metalwork bead accents
• Polished and oxdized finish
• Stamped .925
• Made in USA
• Boxed
• Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity

Stone Information (all sizes approximate):

• Stabilized turquoise - round (3mm, 4mm, 5mm), square (5mm), pear-shaped (9x5mm), oval (7x5mm)

About stabilized turquoise...
Moisture, skin oils and environmental factors can change the color of turquoise jewelry if left untreated. But stabilizing turquoise helps preserve the stone's normal color. Natural, mined turquoise nuggets are heated at a very low temperature for about a week, slowly drawing out moisture without damaging the texture. The stones are then placed into acrylic or polymer chemicals to replace water molecules. This stabilizes the stone and keeps its beauty and value intact.

Note: Gemstones and pearls are sometimes treated to enhance their natural beauty.   see details