SOFIE F. Necklace Opal Aquamarine Varied Gems Crystals Cottagecore

• Aquamarines: rare, clear multi faceted-cut

• Carnelian: rare, multi faceted-cut rondelles in a juicy orange

• Tanzanite smooth rondelle

• Citrine diamond-cut, brilliant micro-faceted beads

• 14K (14/20) Gold "liquid" beads in two different tube sizes

• Pink sapphires in ombre colors faceted cut

• Classic Blue sapphires faceted cut

• Emerald faceted gemstones

• Iolite disks

• Chrysoprase smooth rondelle gemstones

• Black pearls petite & iridescent

• Black spinel micro-faceted crystals

• Pyrite micro-faceted crystals

• Coral natural red

• Trio of colorful silk tassels from India

• The necklace is completed with a 14K Gold (14/20) hand-stamped paillette & components

I've incorporated the seductively hued stones with crystals of the finest variety. Please note minor flaws or imperfections may appear within these hand-cut beauties and inclusions within the natural, raw gems. It's one aspect of their inherent beauty.

This necklace is carefully crafted with large, ornamental, incongruent-shaped pieces juxtaposed against the small, geometric color-filled ones. The combination creates a beautiful balance as it moves naturally on your neck. It beams with incredibly vibrant gems! Some stones: shiny and polished, and others classic, weathered and rutty from time. All of these beauties, bathed in rich jeweled tones colored naturally from the earth.

Every design is accompanied by a list. The list encompasses history, as well as scientific details, and the rumored metaphysical healing qualities inherent to the precious metals, gems, & crystals on your piece. All accessory and jewelry items are shipped securely inside Alexandria Black signature, keepsake storage satchel. The petite satchel is made of inimitable, 100 percent repurposed materials. The packaging doubles as thoughtful and unique gift-wrapping and storage satchel. Each satchel protects the sensitive minerals that makeup our designs from damaging heat and light.

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The beaded GIGI necklace is a power piece filled with many healing stones and crystals sourced from places around the world. This piece was inspired by the sunshine and natural beauty in nature and people.

Inspiration for this and much of my work is generated from an ethnological appreciation of different cultures. Most influenced by: American Indian, African, Hispanic, Latin, Egyptian, Tibetan, South American, and many other Eastern societies. My design esthetic is influenced by primitive tribal jewelry and artifacts' as tiles, pottery, textiles, garments, and the colors and hues within all of them. I relish the ornate details within ancient weaponry and armor and am fortified by history of all genres. I find foods and herbs from different lifestyles throughout the world endlessly stimulating. I'm encouraged everyday by family, music, architecture, nature, and the ecosystems within.

One of my favorite things to do is to go to the Metropolitan Museum of Art in NYC with my amazing young son. He now has a love and fondness for the museum experience that is growing close to his mommy's.

. . . thank you for letting me share myself with you!

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