Statement Spike Carnelian & Onyx Necklace Sterling Wedding Mother of Bride

Description

This is an onyx and carnelian necklace.The necklace is about 20 1/4" long.The necklace has a sterling silver toggle closure.
BLACK ONYX
Black onyx
is the anniversary gemstone for the 7th year of marriage. It is the birthstone for the Leo Zodiac sign.
Onyx is a variety of silicate mineral chalcedony. It is in the group of quartz. It chemical composition is silicon dioxide with carbon and iron with a hardness of 6.6 to 7.
It is found in Canada, Mexico, Russia, India and Brazil.
Black onyx is sought after for its metaphysical properties.
Its name originated from the Greek word onux which means fingernail or claw. It has been used throughout history in ornaments, jewelry and carvings especially in cameos by the ancient Greeks and Romans.
CARNELIAN
Carnelian is a red brown orange silica mineral which is a translucent form of chalcedony quartz with iron oxide. It is mostly a single color but can have lighter and darker coloring in a single stone. It is found in India, Russia, Germany, USA, Southern Africa and Brazil. It has a hardness of 7.
Carnelian is an ancient gemstone dated back to ancient Greek, Roman and Babylonian cultures.
CARE
Although carnelian is a robust gemstone don't wear or store together with harder gemstones to prevent scratching. Ideally store separately and wrap in tissue paper. Do not clean with harsh chemicals. Wipe with a soft cloth. Remove jewelry prior to doing household chores, exercising or swimming. Avoid exposure to intense heat.
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