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The Castle Dome turquoise mine is near the Sleeping Beauty turquoise mine by Globe, Arizona. Like Sleeping Beauty turquoise, Castle Dome turquoise has a bright, clear blue color from high copper content, but Castle Dome turquoise includes more matrix, such as seen in the smooth, graduated chips in this 18" necklace. Turquoise chips range from approximately 5-6mm to 12-13mm, and they are separated by clear, flashing rainbow moonstone gemstones. The Castle Dome mine ceased operation in the 1970s, and many beads such as these are made from mining remnants. The beads are strung on natural silk cord for superior drape and strength. The necklace fastens easily with a sterling silver hook and eye clasp.

Cost: $98.00 USD

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Length: necklace - 18"

Materials:

  • Castle Dome turquoise gemstones
  • rainbow moonstone gemstones
  • sterling silver beads, components and hook and eye clasp
  • natural silk cord

Care & cleaning: Clean with warm soapy water and avoid chemical or abrasive cleaners. Use a soft jewelry polishing cloth to clean tarnish appearing on metal.

The materials this necklace are robust to tugs and pulls from most activities, but care should be taken to avoid hard impacts that can break the softer turquoise. As with all beaded jewelry: do not let young toddlers chew on it.

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This 18" necklace is compatible with most necklines, and its low profile fits nicely under blazers.