An oval turquoise cabochon is the centerpiece of this beautiful sterling silver pendant. Held in a bezel setting below an ornate silver swirl design, the 13 by 8 millimeter turquoise stone has the striking blue-green color and natural mottled appearance that is characteristic of this widely revered, earth-grounding stone. A sacred stone to many American native tribes, turquoise is thought to combine the energies of earth and sky, and is often used as a stone of protection and healing. Wear this pendant as a talisman, or simply as a beautiful accent piece. Fitted with a tube-shaped bale, it slides along a silky smooth 18-inch snake chain that fastens with a lobster-claw clasp.