Dalmatian Jasper 6mm round beads are flanking a lovely Dalmatian Jasper heart pendant in this 17 1/2 inch long necklace. Finished with Delica Glass spacer beads and a Pewter Heart Toggle clasp, this necklace will become a favorite piece! The gray, black and beige tones of this gemstone make this neutral enough to go with so many outfits!

As per firemountaingems.com, "Dalmatian "jasper", better known as Dalmatian stone, is typically found and mined in Chihuahua, Mexico. The distinctive gemstone was named "Dalmatian" due to its likeness of the "fire engine" dog. This opaque stone, white spotted with brown and black, will make people turn around and look back when they walk past you. The stone is naturally a white to beige hue with dark spots.

It's no surprise the Dalmatian stone, with its resemblance to Dalmatian dogs, is said to create a sense of playfulness in those who see and wear it. It reminds us to enjoy the simple things in life and helps us feel lighthearted. Also, according to metaphysical beliefs, Dalmatian stone meaning is associated with promoting devotion towards other people. It's not uncommon to see this stone used for people who have nightmares, as the black spots are believed to suck up negative or chaotic energy to encourage a good night's sleep.

Dalmatian "jasper" isn't a jasper at all. Jasper has a conchoidal fracture, and Dalmatian stone is much softer than jasper. This gemstone, found in Mexico, is an igneous microcrystalline quartz with a mixture of other minerals creating the speckled look. Dalmatian "jasper" is great for tumbling and is easily polished for a bright luster on beads, cabochons and other jewelry supplies."

This is a great everyday necklace.