Sunday, January 18, 2009

Handmade gemstone jewellery




Following my love of amethyst I've created an amethyst handknotted necklace with a detachable pendant. The amethyst is all chevron amethyst, mmm lovely.
A description follows below with the pictures above.

This divine handknotted (in black silk) necklace measures 47cm in length, the width being 10mm. The pendant drop adds 4cm to the necklace.
It is hand knotted in black silk and wire worked in 14 karat gold fill.
This necklace was made so that the contemporary necklace may be worn on its own with the clasp at the back of the neck, or turned to the front with the pendant attached.
A unique purple amethyst necklace indeed.
I very much enjoyed making this necklace.

Amethyst has the chemical composition of silicon dioxide which may be coloured by iron.

Amethyst was a favoured gemstone in the Art Deco period.
It is calming and balancing, alleviating stress and associated migraines.
Amethyst is said to be a cleansing stone, and works with the lungs, skin disorders, the gastro intestinal tract and endocrine system. It is physically, mentally and emotionally balancing. It is said to help injuries involving bruising and swelling.

If you'd like to see more of my handmade gemstone jewellery please go to www.jameliadesigns.etsy.com
I make to order with great delight and look forward to hearing from you.

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