Bright blue Chinese Turquoise teardrop stone hand-wrapped in 14K Gold fill wire with Garnet and Freshwater Pearl 'berries'. Sold on a 16" 14K GF chain (please let me know if you would like 18" instead). Pendant measures 7/8" L In Mexico, turquoise was revered as a stone fit only for the gods. It offers prosperity & good luck. Ailments: Eases the lungs, chest and throat, as well as boosts the immune system. Traditionally red in color, Garnets can also be pink, orange and green. They have traditionally been used as a protective talisman when traveling. It is used to strengthen the body, boosting the circulation and the reproductive energies (improves fertility). Turquoise can be an alternative for a December Birthstone. Garnet is January's birthstone. Each pendant is hand-made and may differ slightly from the photograph. Contact me for custom order info - this pendant can be made in a number of different stones or in silver instead of gold.