Dare to dazzle with this gorgeous halo necklace crafted in lustrous 14-karat yellow gold. It features a magnetic prasiolite quartz center stone, a gleaming halo design made with precious white sapphires and accent diamond stations along its chain. This extraordinary necklace can be the perfect gift for someone special or simply to add to your own personal jewelry collection. What is the history of prasiolite? There have been traces of prasiolite quartz discovery around 3000 BC. Greek and Egyptian mythology mention the prasiolite quartz as a highly potent stone known to ward off evils. Ancient Egyptians used the stone as the representative of the zodiac sign of the goat. Prasiolite quartz has had many mythological stories associated with it throughout history and all of them show it to be a stone of very good attributes What does prasiolite quartz symbolize? Green is the color of nature. A soothing, calming environment does magic to the senses and so does prasiolite quartz. It symbolises self-respect and well-being. Its energy is like the spirit of nature itself that symbolises calm and peace. What makes sapphires special? Sapphires have been prized as great gemstones since 800BC. It is a very desirable gemstone due to its excellent color, hardness, durability, and luster. Sapphires get their colors from trace elements in the mineral corundum. Sapphires can also exhibit what is called the “star effect”. This occurs when the stone’s inclusions create a star pattern of rays on the surface. Is diamond a birthstone? Yes, diamond is the birthstone of the month of April and said to symbolize clarity, harmonious relationships, inner strength and balance. It makes for a perfect gift for engagements and 60th anniversaries. What do diamonds symbolize? Diamonds have been admired by objects of desire since ancient times and have been adorned by women and men for centuries for many reasons. Believed by Ancient Romans & Greeks to be the tears of gods or pieces of falling stars, diamonds are also said to have influence beyond love. Diamonds are said to bring the wearer great strength, protection, and clarity. Worn as protection in battle, diamonds have been embellished throughout histories & cultures. What is the history of diamonds? Diamonds have always been a sign of wealth, worn by elite classes and wealthy rulers-but in addition to being displayed as adornment and good luck charms, diamonds were also used as carving tools and even digested as medicine. The first diamonds were found in India and traded along the Silk Road, but as the supply dwindled in South Asia, other countries, including Brazil and South America, became the new suppliers. Today, production has increased to about 100 million carats per year across the globe. What inspired the design? This design is inspired by the depth of the bejeweled green sea and its beauty. The crystal-clear waters and their hidden treasures resonate the depth of this ring which is as esoteric and strikingly beautiful. A wonderful addition to your jewelry collection.
