Carnelian, abolone, jasper, turquoise and a handmade hammered copper clasp.
Several turquoise necklaces, most American mined, some Mexican, all hand cut. I like using gem stones found USA, Canada , or Mexico. I have used imports from south seas and Europe. Never below b quality. Most my necklaces are one of a kind never repeated exactly the same. It's definitely what I would wear. I value my mom's input these days as we almost lost her so everything she says I listen. When I can make out what the hell she's saying since her stroke. We kid and joke plenty,laughter is very healing!
Absolutely!
Masculine neckpiece of bone, jasper, tiger eye, Apache tears, and jet.
Glass chips, beads, lead free metals. On wrap wire. I have a large wrist but can be molded to fit smaller adult sized wrist.
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Shape: round beads Stone: Natural Boulder / Ribbon Turquoise Mined: Kingman Mines AZ USA Please note no natural stones are alike. there will be variations in color Kingman, Arizona is home to the famous Kingman Turquoise Mines. The city of founded in 1882, Kingman itself predates Arizona’s statehood. The Mineral Park Mine is home to the Kingman Turquoise Mine and was first discovered and mined by ancient Native American civilizations long before Europeans discovered the New World.
Holiday fun using my stash from jessejamesbeads.com
Interesting info on Mexican turquoise
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I'm thinking holiday colors. Not my usual chunky stuff, something a bit simple. Sterling silver, jet, turquoise n coral beads.
Contemporary Jewelry Handmade in Northern California from the Highest Quality Natural MaterialsI like using strong beading wire, mixed metals, leather, I love turquoise, shells, various gemstones, crystals, bone, ceramic, acrylic beads and good strong crimp beads are a must.There are so many product options out there.I decided to limit my products to mostly North American regions and Mexico. I remember when I first started I purchased some Chinese turquoise and wasn’t too pleased. Then I learned a few of my vendors were selling me Chinese stuff too. There are some quality gemstones mined in China. However knowing the distance traveled made me reconsider and stay within our continent. It’s a big one anyway. Jewelry making helps me relax, I find it therapeutic. My back and fingers get sore but it’s all worth it when I see someone wearing something I’ve made. Darn right Joyous!
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