3.2ct Sleeping Beauty Turqouise Cross Pendant Sterling Silver

It is one of the most prized forms of turquoise for jewellery due to its pure sky blue colour and rarity. This Sleeping Beauty Turquoise gemstone is an absolute must have to add to your collection.

Sleeping beauty turquoise can be found in the south-western part of the United States in Arizona. However, the Sleeping Beauty Mine in Arizona ceased turquoise mining in August 2012. The mine chose to send all ore to the crusher and to concentrate on copper production due to the rising price of copper. Thus the price of natural untreated Sleeping Beauty turquoise has risen dramatically since the mines closing and with no plans to reopen the turquoise mine, what is left of the Sleeping Beauty turquoise rough stones is going fast. The stone got its name because the mountain where it is mined resembles a sleeping woman laying on her back with arms crossed. Its pure colour and natural strength make Sleeping Beauty Turquoise a favourite for jewellery makers and artists around the world.

This pendant features:

• 4x Pear Cabochon cut Sleeping Beauty Turquoise gemstones measuring approx. 4x3mm, with a total minimum gemstone weight of 0.721ct.
• 10x Round Cabochon cut Sleeping Beauty Turquoise gemstones measuring approx. 2.50mm, with a total minimum gemstone weight of 0.780ct.
• 4x Round Cabochon cut Sleeping Beauty gemstones measuring approx. 2.00mm, with a total minimum gemstone weight of 0.177ct.
• 4x Pear brilliant cut Sleeping Beauty Turquoise gemstones measuring approx. 4x3mm, with a total minimum gemstone weight of 0.860ct.
• 1x Cushion Brilliant cut Swiss Blue Topaz gemstone measuring approx. 5.00mm, with a total minimum gemstone weight of 0.706ct.
• Total number of gemstones for this piece is 23, with a combined total minimum gemstone weight of 3.243ct.
• Expertly crafted in Sterling Silver with Rhodium Plating and a metal weight of 5.77 grams.
• This piece is made of reconstituted Sleeping Beauty Turquoise gemstones.

The pendant measures approx 35mm in length, and approx 30mm wide.
The hidden bale has internal dimensions of approx 4mm x 3mm and can take chains up to 2mm.
This piece includes a belcher link chain measuring 1mm in width and 50-55cm in length.
The chain features a parrot clasp.



Country of Origin: INDIA