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Rich in ancient eastern culture and symbolism, this Chinese Turquoise Graduated Disc Sterling Silver Necklace is a real find! Disc-shaped Chinese block stabilized turquoise beads (approx. 7 to 25mm) are meant to honor China's world-famous Terra Cotta Warriors. The overlapping design and graduated sizes represents the view one gets when standing in front of the rows of statues. The colors resemble "terrazzo," a local decorative floor accent used by residents in this region of China. The full-moon shape of the beads depicts the Chinese Moon Cake, named after one of the area's most important holidays.

Chinese Turquoise Graduated Disc Sterling Silver Necklace Features:

• Measures approx. 19-1/4"L x 1"W with 2-3/4" extender
• Blue or multicolor (multicolor has slightly more color variations)
• Polished finish
• Sterling silver end beads
• Hook closure
• Stamped .925
• Made in China
• 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.