Necklace Handmade 3D Vajra Silver Jewelry Raw Lapis Lazuli Rhodonite Garnet Pendant

Handmade 3D Vajra Silver Pendant with Natural Lapis Lazuli, Rhodonite, and Garnet Vajra pendant dimensions: Height (including bail) 47mm x Width 11mm Necklace dimensions: Adjustable clasp, maximum total length 62cm. Gemstone (1): Beautiful royal blue, natural short-column Lapis Lazuli beads, approx. 2.5mm diameter each. Gemstone (2): Faceted natural Garnet beads, 6 pieces, 4mm diameter each. Gemstone (3): Natural Rhodonite beads (also known as "Rose Stone"), 2 pieces, 6mm diameter each. Pendant end embellishments (4): 1 piece of 3mm diameter pink-purple Tourmaline bead + 1 piece of 8mm long teardrop-shaped White Jade bead. This 3D Vajra silver pendant was acquired years ago in Nepal, crafted by local silversmiths. Amidst the intricate and traditional Nepalese silver jewelry, it stands out as uniquely different. I appreciate its simplicity and raw aesthetic. It is paired with rugged, raw-cut Lapis Lazuli beads, accented with touches of red Rhodonite and Garnet. The necklace length is freely adjustable to suit various outfits, extending up to a total of 62cm. <Gemstone Trivia 1> Lapis Lazuli Lapis Lazuli has been cherished and utilized by both Eastern and Western cultures since ancient times. Beyond adornment, it was ground into blue pigment and used as eye makeup by ancient women. The common golden flecks within Lapis Lazuli are pyrite, which is the origin of the "gold" character in its name. Some prefer it clean, while others favor the shimmering golden light; selection can be based on personal preference. I once saw an exhibition where ancient artisans used beautiful, royal blue Lapis Lazuli to carve a Medicine Buddha with blue skin (in Tibetan Buddhism, Medicine Buddha is depicted with a blue body) – it was truly solemn and ingenious! <Gemstone Trivia 2> Garnet Garnet is a mineral with a complex chemical composition, which accounts for its wide range of colors. It appears in shades of rose red, purplish red, orange (also known as "Hessonite"), deep red (also known as "Almandine"), and even emerald green (also known as "Tsavorite")... and many more. Generally, it is best to choose stones that are transparent and bright. Those that are too opaque, approaching black, are not recommended. High-quality garnets are often cut into cabochons or faceted for rings or pendants. If high-quality garnets are made into beads, the bead diameter is usually small (mostly less than 1cm), reflecting the increasing rarity of fine mineral specimens. However, any good quality, highly transparent garnet imparts a sense of warmth and stability. Among red gemstones, it is currently a beautiful option with a relatively accessible price point and a wide variety of choices. <Gemstone Trivia 3> Rhodonite (Rose Stone) The mineralogical name for Rhodonite is Rhodochrosite. Its color ranges from pink to red, hence it is also called "Peach Blossom Stone." Rhodonite contains not only rhodonite itself but also various other mineral inclusions. Many people assume Rose Stone is always red, but just like roses, it comes in various colors. However, these vibrant internal colors are only revealed after processing and polishing. Especially when the surface, after polishing, reveals abstract patterns, it possesses significant viewing value. Compared to Rhodochrosite, another pinkish gemstone, Rhodochrosite typically has white or gray bands against a pink background, which is a distinct visual characteristic. Rose Stone, on the other hand, lacks banding or layered structures but usually contains vein-like or spot-like black manganese oxide inclusions. This is the most significant visual difference between the two. Furthermore, Rhodochrosite has a lower hardness and will effervesce when exposed to hydrochloric acid, while Rose Stone has a higher hardness and does not react with hydrochloric acid. Nevertheless, the beautiful pink hue of both will bring wearers a delightful mood!