Joie de Vivre jewelry

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Add some regalty to your wardrobe. Hatshepsut was the 5th Pharaoh of the Eighteenth Dynasty of Egypt (c. 1479 BC - 1458 BC). Initially, she ruled as regent to Thutmose III (stepson who inherited the throne at age two), but she assumed the role as pharaoh and co-ruler several years into her regency. She was a prolific builder and emphasized trade rather than battles with neighbors. This 18" double strand necklace features the gemstones chrysoprase and lapis lazuli, both favored by ancient Egyptians. The central sterling silver pendant has an inset lapis lazuli gemstone and faceted blue topaz gemstone, and two carved lapis lazuli scarabs are near the ends connecting with the sterling silver chain. The gemstones are handknotted on natural silk cord for superior fluidity and strength, and the necklace fastens with a larger sterling silver toggle clasp.

Cost: $159.00 USD

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Length: necklace - 18"

Materials:

  • chrysoprase gemstone rounds
  • lapis lazuli carved scarabs and rounds
  • sterling silver pendant with lapiz lazuli and blue topaz gemstones
  • sterling silver components
  • sterling silver open oval chain and toggle 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 in this necklace are robust to most toddler tugs and pulls. As with all beaded jewelry: do not let young toddlers chew on it.

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This mid-length 18" pendant necklace is moderate weight and wears best with higher necklines.