Turquoise and Cultured Freshwater Pearl 10K Cross Pendant with 18" Chain

Striking design married to delicate craftsmanship announces the Byzantine inspiration of this Turquoise and Cultured Freshwater Pearl 10K Cross Pendant. The openwork cross pendant flaunts elegantly rounded arms that bear luminous, off-round Chinese cultured freshwater pearls and bright, bezel-set, round stabilized Iranian turquoise gems. The stones also decorate shield-shaped metalwork on the bail's front.

Turquoise and Cultured Freshwater Pearl 10K Cross Pendant Features:

• Pendant measures approx. 1-1/2"L x 1-1/8"W
• Rope chain measures approx. 18"L x fine
• Spring ring clasp
• Polished and antiqued finish
• Stamped 10K
• Made in Thailand
• Boxed

Stone Information (all sizes approximate):

• Stabilized turquoise - round (2mm, 3mm)
• Cultured freshwater pearl - off-round (1mm, 1.5mm, 2mm, 2.5mm)

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