Rhodochrosite Onyx Carved Obsidian Necklace & Earring Set Mother of Bride

Description

This is a necklace earrings with rhodochrosite, onyx and a carved obsidian pendant . The necklace is about 25" long. The pendant is about from the top of the bale 2 1/2" x 2". The necklace has a toggle closure. The earrings are for pierced ears and are about from the top of the hooks 2 " x 13/16".
RHODOCHROSITE
Rhodochrosite is a manganese carbonate mineral. It ranges in color from pink to red with bands of white , yellow and brown. Rhodochrosite is associated with silver mines. It is found in Argentina, Romania, South Africa, Russia, Peru, Mexico and Japan. It is the official state mineral of Colorado.
CARE
Clean in detergent free soapy water, rinse and dry with a soft cloth. Do not clean in an ultrasonic cleaner.
Store away from other jewelry as it can scratch. Don't wear when using household chemicals or expose to excessive heat.
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.
OBSIDIAN
Obsidian is formed by volcanic eruptions. It has a high silicon dioxide content and cools at the edges of the lava flow. It is usually black or brown in color but can also be green, blue, red, yellow and orange. It is found in many countries around the world with volcanic activity such as Argentina, Australia and Western and Eastern USA. Snow flake obsidian contain white crystals snowflake patterns in the black. It is easy to carve and it is used in knives, tools and jewelry.
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