Turquois Toggle Necklace (Israel)

Bring old-world charm along with rich sparkling colors into your wardrobe with this gorgeous necklace. This beautiful necklace features large turquoise nuggets from the Himalayas. The pendant is made from hammered sterling silver and is inlaid with ancient Roman glass. This iridescent blue glass comes from an archaeological dig in Israel, found in the splendid ruins where ancient Roman cities once stood. The glass is crushed and mixed with a resin to give it a rough texture, then inlaid like a paste, much the same way ancient mosaics were made. The result is quite a conversation piece. Each piece includes a story card about Roman glass. Dangling from this oval pendant is a chunky nugget of turquoise which balances the piece. The chain is sterling silver and there is a handmade toggle clasp with matches the silver work of the pendant to unify the piece. Please do not get your jewelry wet and don't use hairspray near it. Treat it with the respect that the 2000 year old Roman glass deserves. It's recommended that you not even touch it frequently -- oils from your hands may alter the glass color and remove its luster. Clean the silver with a cloth, but try not to rub the ancient glass. When you purchase authentic handmade jewelry from Worldstock, you not only acquire a unique treasure but also help support a centuries old artisan tradition. The handcrafted nature of this product will produce slight variations in color, form, and sizing. All measurements are approximate.
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