Sapphire and Cubic Zirconia Pendant with Gold Plating

This 46 x 8 mm pendant is crafted from 925 sterling silver with a 14k gold plating and features two faceted blue sapphires, one 7 x 5 mm and the other 5 x 4 mm, cut in a teardrop shape. The pendant's design incorporates one of the sapphires positioned at the bail, surrounded by cubic zirconia. From this sapphire, a cascading row of cubic zirconia stones hangs, drawing the eye to the larger sapphire, also framed by cubic zirconia. It is a delicate and feminine piece.

The elements that give it color are iron and titanium in blue sapphire, and vanadium in violet. Iron determines the yellow and green tones, chromium the pink color, and inclusions of rutile needles produce a silky luster. In ancient European and Indian cultures, it was considered the stone of Saturn, representing the sky, the world of angels, magic, loyalty, and friendship. In antiquity, and to some extent even into the Middle Ages, the term sapphire was generally understood to refer to what is now known as lapis lazuli.

Origin: Sri Lanka.

Properties: It provides uprightness, instills wisdom, and enhances judgment and the structuring of thoughts. Known as the stone of wisdom.

Zodiac sign: Pisces