MATERIALS:

Sterling silver, real Turquoise, Coral, Oyster Shell, and manmade Opal. 

MEASUREMENTS:

Post Dangle earrings measure approximately 1-5/8" long and 1/4" at widest point.

DESCRIPTION:

This lovely pair of earrings will definitely attract plenty of attention! This piece of Southwestern jewelry is made out of genuine sterling silver, real Turquoise, Coral, Oyster Shell stones, and manmade Opal stones that are carefully placed in an inlay style which is in the shape of a turtle for a gorgeous look. TWO silver feathers dangle at the end for a fabulous finish. Feathers are symbols of prayers, marks of honor or sources of ideas. They represent the Creative Force.  The earrings are stamped .925 (sterling) and hallmarked.

Turquoise is the birthstone of December. It is believed that turquoise tends to bring good fortune, strength and helps overcome illness. Turquoise got its name from the Levantine traders called Turks who brought the stone to Europe from Persia via Turkey centuries ago. Native Americans have prized turquoise since the time of the Aztecs, who mined it in New Mexico. The natural variations that occur in turquoise are part of their appeal and beauty.

Corals are known to be very soothing and very protective. Coral is of an organic origin; it is the skeletal remains of marine animals called Coral Polyps. Colonies of these tiny creatures build branching structures as they grow, gradually forming reefs and atolls.