Bands of bright green to shades of dark green are vibrant in this oval shaped, 48 carats, Malachite pendant. The stone is surrounded by a sterling, scalloped bezel and it is set on a sturdy 20 gauged back. The design is balanced out with sterling "rain-drops" and pegs on each side. This pendant will look best on a 16-18 inch chain or a neck choker. The colors really pop when worn with a black top.
- 2.5 inches from top of the bale to bottom of the pendant (6.5 cm)
- 1.25 inches at its widest (33mm)
- The bale opening is 7 mm
Fun Fact: A symbol of creativity and change, malachite was considered a sacred stone in Ancient Egypt, used for thousands of years as a colorant and skin treatment. The stone was ground into a fine powder and used as a cosmetic, specifically, as an eye shadow.