MAGNESITE

MAGNESITE is sometimes referred to as “White Turquoise” because of its bold brown matrix and its typical “cut” – which is like a bumpy-lumpy nugget. The unique stones selected by Miriam are cut in both ovals and rectangles, and have a smooth polished finish. The soft cream color has a stunning matrix of dark-to-milk chocolate brown. Magnesite is not Turquoise at all but composed of magnesium carbonate. According to one source, for hundreds of years, many Native Americans, including the Pomo people of California, crafted Magnesite into beads that were used as jewelry and as currency. The beads were considered quite valuable and traded individually - instead of by the strand like most money beads were traded. Miriam combined the Magnesite with accent stones named BRIOCHE JASPER.

The three oval focal stones of this pretty Necklace measure 1 x 0.75 inches each, and have a depth of 0.25 inches. Each perfectly polished stone shows the distinctive “landscape” pattern of PICTURE JASPER in shades of brown, tan, sand, creamy white and black. The focal stones are accented by Magnesite and Brioche Jasper rondelles, and large, ornate Sterling Silver beads that compliment the natural Picture Jasper patterns. The full length of the Necklace is 18 inches. The S-clasp has a carved leaf design. Perfect to wear with taupe, dark brown, black or winter white – or jeans! Priced at $280.00.

If you’re looking for a lighter weight Necklace, click here to see Miriam’s Picture Jasper Pendants in her Made-to-Order Collection.