Genuine Turquoise Opal Inlaid Choker Necklace Ring & Earrings Jewelry Set

You'll definitely make a statement with these on. The Genuine Turquoise Opal Inlaid Choker Necklace Ring & Earrings Jewelry Set is gorgeous. It features inlaid genuine Turquoise and lab Opal set in Sterling Silver to form a choker necklace. A box link chain allows for much flexibility. You can order an extension chain at $5 an inch in the comment box. The inlay has been fashioned in simple patterns. The total length of the necklace is 22". The ring is 1-1/2" long and size 8 to 10. The post earrings follow the pattern and are 1-1/2" long. This set is stamped Sterling and signed by the artist. You will be receiving the set in the pictures below.

Despite being one of the oldest gems, probably first introduced to Europe (through Turkey) with other Silk Road novelties, turquoise did not become important as an ornamental stone in the West until the 14th century, following a decline in the Roman Catholic Church's influence which allowed the use of turquoise in secular jewelry. It was apparently unknown in India until the Muhgal period, and unknown in Japan until the 18th century. A common belief shared by many of these civilizations held that turquoise possessed certain prophylactic qualities; it was thought to change color with the wearer's health and protect him or her from untoward forces.