Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Inlaid Sterling Silver Post Earrings.

These earrings are gorgeous. They feature traditional inlaid designs made from hand cut stones of natural Sleeping Beauty Turquoise. These Turquoise stones have been cut with perfect precision and set against the brilliance of Sterling Silver. The shine of the Sterling Silver combined with the natural beauty of the Turquoise makes for a very attractive pair of earrings. These sensational post earrings are 1/2" long.

Native Americans Called turquoise "Chal-cui-hui-tal", meaning "the highest and most valued thing in the world". December has two birthstones, turquoise and zircon. Turquoise is considered by some to be a symbol of good fortune and Success, believed to bring prosperity to its wearer.

The Sleeping Beauty mine is located near Globe, Arizona. Its turquoise is noted for its solid, light blue color with no matrix. Sleeping Beauty turquoise is the favorite of the Zuni Pueblo silversmiths for use in petite point, needlepoint, and inlay jewelry. This mine is one of the largest in North America and is still operating.