Native American Lapis Carnelian Turquoise Bead Choker Necklace.

This choker is full of natural beauty. This one has been hand strung with large nugget beads of genuine Lapis. This Lapis delivers its gorgeous natural royal blue hues. A generous portion of genuine Carnelian beads have been included for a beautiful contrast. And, this one also has heishi beads of genuine Turquoise. The total length of this choker is 21-1/4". Gemstones may slightly vary. The photo is an excellent representation of the one of a kind necklace you'll receive.

Lapis lazuli is a beautiful opaque stone ranging in color from a deep blue to denim. Lapis lazuli can be made of several minerals besides lazurite, namely sodalite, hauyne, calcite (white streaks), and pyrite (metallic streaks or flecks). Stones that are deep blue with small patches of pyrite and calcite are considered the most valuable. The ancients believed that divine favor and success came to those wearing lapis. It was largely reserved for royalty. Claims to origins of lapis lazuli range from Afghanistan and ancient Babylon to Peru and the Inca civilization. Regardless, those who wore lapis claimed that "power amulets" were formed when this beautiful stone was shaped into the form of an eye and ornamented with gold.

We understand the true value and nature of hand crafted Indian art. And, we recognize it's important to know that the artist is truly a member of a Native American tribe. So, to ensure you that this is the real deal, a Certificate of Authenticity has been included with this item.

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