Garnet Fire Opal Art Deco Necklaces in 14K Gold

Sice the early 1900's, art-deco has been a prominent design style. In fashion, architecture, and visual design, art-deco is a lasting inspiration to artists off all types. These Garnet designs capture the elements of the art-deco trend and turn you into a work of art. Garnets have ancient connections with feminine life force. A garnet pendant worn close to the heart is said to promote balance and peace of mind. Opal symbolizes confidence, clarity, and calmness and is said to promote faith in oneself and hope for the future. Wear an opal pendant to capture these qualities.

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garnet Jewelry

Garnet is the birthstone for January and the stone that celebrates the 2nd anniversary of marriage. The name "garnet" comes from the Latin word "Garanatus," meaning 'seedlike', in reference to a pomegranate. This reference makes sense as small garnets look like the bright red seeds you find inside in a pomegranate. The garnet has been a popular gem throughout history. Garnets were found as beads in a necklace worn by a young man in a grave that dates back to 3000 B.C. This is proof of the hardness and durability of the stone.... learn more

fire_opal Jewelry

Mexican fire opals are named for their uniform flaming orange or cherry red body color. They are always very brightly colored, and can be a little bit cloudy to almost perfectly transparent. Transparent specimens have a good luster. Like the traditional opal, fire opals can occasionally display signs of iridescence in very bright light. Fire opals have a very low density, lower than that of glass, with which it is sometimes confused. Fire opals, like other opals, are relatively hard, rating a 5.5 to 6.5 on the hardness scale.... learn more