Chaco Canyon Southwest Turquoise Sterling Silver Pendant

Modern fashion meets traditional native American artistry with this handmade Chaco Canyon Southwest Turquoise Sterling Silver Pendant. An oval stabilized turquoise cabochon (approx. 15x20mm) is bezel-set in a frame of textured sterling silver. A diamond-shaped turquoise cabochon (approx. 17x11mm), representing the four corners of the southwest, is accented by sterling silver "starbursts."

Chaco Canyon Southwest Turquoise Sterling Silver Pendant Features:

• Measures approx. 1-3/4"L x 1"W
• Mojave green turquoise or blue Kingman turquoise
• Oxidized finish
• Generous bail
• Stamped .925
• Made in USA
• Boxed
• Comes with a certificate of authenticity

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