Chaco Canyon Turquoise Sterling Silver "Ornate" 18-3/4" Necklace

The grand allure of Big Sky Country lives within this Chaco Canyon Turquoise Sterling Silver "Ornate" Necklace. Handstamped and etched freeform stations bear tenderly scalloped edges and alternate with smaller oval stations to form the bold showpiece. Caviar bead-framed, freeform stabilized turquoise doublets nestle on each large station.

Chaco Canyon Southwest Turquoise Sterling Silver "Ornate" Necklace Features:

• Necklace measures approx. 18-3/4"L with 3" extender x 1-1/2"W
• Drop measures approx. 2-1/2"L x 1-1/2"W 
• Sterling silver oval and rondelle-shaped beads on ends
• Cone-shaped end caps
• Hook closure
• Polished and oxidized finish
• Stamped .925
• Made in USA
• Certificate of Authenticity
• Boxed

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