Artistry at its finest! Contemporary Sterling Silver pendant meticulously inlaid with Rhodochrosite, Black Onyx, Fire Opal (Lab) intermingled with silver bands all brought to a fine silky finish NAP-09025. This piece measures approximately 1 5/16 Inch from top to bottom of the pendant by 3/8 of a inch wide and has a hidden bail which allows it to 'float' on the chain. Navajo Master Silversmith KB - Kenneth Begay is part of a group of silversmiths executing the designs of Navajo Designer, Steve. Past customer have described wearing their pieces as 'luscious' - I'll have to agree.
Listing is for Pendant only - chain shown is for display purposes; Optional Chains available for purchase separately
Rhodochrosite (nicknamed 'The Love stone') is a very attractive mineral with an absolutely one-of-a-kind, beautiful rosy color. There are many localities for Rhodochrosite throughout the world including the Sweet Home Mine in Colorado. Rhodochrosite is commonly found in the form of stalactites and stalagmites in the caves of Argentina. Rhodochrosite (whose name means rose-colored) often forms pink and white bands. Rhodochrosite is commonly found in the form of stalactites and stalagmites in the caves of Argentina. Rhodochrosite (whose name means rose-colored) often forms pink and white bands. It is often carved into figurines or boxes while the tubular stalactite formations are often sliced for use in jewelry. Fine gem quality crystals are sometimes cut into gemstones for use in high end jewelry, but the more common grade is used extensively in silver and gold jewelry.
Fire Opal is a common term for lab created Opal used in Native American Indian Jewelry and perfect for inlay work because of its incredible durability. It is far more durable than natural Opal (whether single cuts or doublets and triplets at a fraction of the cost)