big turquoise pendant, Sleeping Beauty turquoise nugget pendant

A genuine turquoise from the famous Sleeping Beauty Mine in Arizona turned into a pendant. The turquoise nugget has a beautiful blue color with lighter and darker areas, as well as some host rock. Natural in shape and color.

• 45 mm (1.77 inches) overall pendant hanging length including the bail
• 39.5 x 30.5mm (1.55x1.2 inches) big turquoise gemstone, weighing 50 carats
• black sterling silver chain in the length of your choice
• ready to ship in 3-5 days

Dark sterling silver bail.

~~~ turquoise from the Sleeping Beauty Mine in Arizona, USA
The Sleeping Beauty Mine was famous for the unique color and quality of the turquoise mined. Mined for gold and copper in the 1900's the Sleeping Beauty Mine was one of the most important mines for turquoise in the USA.
The mine stopped turquoise mining in August 2012, thus the price for this turquoise has risen dramatically. Its pure color and natural strength, which requires mostly no stabilization or treatment, make it one of the most prized forms of turquoise for jewelry. ~~~

Great for men and women alike. Wear it alone or layered with other necklaces. Turquoise is a December birthstone, and is a gift for your 6th and 11th anniversary.