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Pink tourmaline & pearl necklace
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£1,800
Pink tourmaline & pearl necklace
This necklace is 16 inches long, a beautiful balance of white rondel pearls, with bunches of opulent pink tourmaline. A total of 22 pearls, the largest at the front being almost 13mm. In a white base with pinkish to blue tones, a smooth surface and luscious lustre. Discover more about pearls.
Tourmaline is the newer October birthstone.
The name comes from the Sinhalese word toramalli, which means “stone with mixed colours”, because it often has multiple colours in one crystal. Very few gems match tourmaline’s dazzling array of colours. Perhaps this is why ancient mystics believed that this October birthstone could inspire artistic expression.
Because of its vast range of colours, tourmaline was often mistaken for other gemstones. One of the “rubies” in the Russian crown jewels, the “Caesar’s Ruby” pendant, is actually red (rubellite) tourmaline. A Spanish conquistador found green tourmaline crystals in Brazil in the 1500s and confused the stones with emerald. These and other cases of mistaken identity continued for centuries until scientists recognised tourmaline as a distinct mineral species in the 1800s.
These tourmalines are very fine quality material, perfectly faceted for extra sparkle. Four strings in each bunch.
Because gem-stones are a lifetime passion, David & Nicola have both studied at the internationally recognised Gem-A, and have passed the prestigious DGA. An extensive stock of beautiful natural gems is available for you to select from. Importantly we will gladly show you a selection. Simultaneously discuss and explain the technical and aesthetic considerations. Without doubt the design & stone you choose will be unique and beautiful. Designed to suit your lifestyle, thereafter an ongoing delight. A perfect gift, ear-drops and bracelets also work well.at
His designs are elegantly modern, designed for life, and unmistakably David Ashton creations. Internationally recognised, his iconic ring stacks have been seen in Elle, Vogue, V&A, & the TATE to name a few
In his younger years, David trained as a scientific and medical instrument maker in Cambridge, consequently as an aircraft engineer. Importantly this provided him with a unique perspective on precision manufacturing which he then applied to jewellery making.
16 inch total length, silver ball catch.
