Sometimes, things really are just black and white! This is Opposites Attract, a 3 strand Black Spinel and Tourmalinated Quartz necklace with Delica Glass Spacer beads and a Sterling Silver toggle clasp. It starts with an 18 inch strand of Black Spinel faceted ovals, has the quartz ovals in the center and the long strand is 2 more shapes and sizes of Black Spinel with Delica glass beads between them. It's longest strand is 20 1/2 inches long not including the 1/2 inch the teardrops hang down.

This is a statement necklace! If you're going somewhere and you want to catch everyone's eye, Opposites Attract will do that!

According to charmsoflight.com, "Tourmaline Quartz combines the properties of Tourmaline and Clear Quartz Crystal. Tourmaline purifies ones own energies and protects from negativity, while Quartz amplifies energies focused through it. This combination makes Tourmaline Quartz a powerful shield-stone that, depending on the desired intent of the wearer, can amplify and return negative energy, like a mirror spell, or can convert the negative energy into positive energy for the wearer.

An effective grounding stone, Tourmaline Quartz strengthens the body's energy field against external invasion and deflects detrimental environmental influences. It is often seen as a symbol of unity and is an effective problem solver. It eliminates crystallized patterns which are, or may have been, destructive in ones own life and releases tensions at any level. Its liberating power against negative energy can be used to assist us to actualize the strength needed to alleviate negative or hostile relationships and situations. Tourmaline Quartz balances yin / yang energies. It harmonizes disparate and opposite elements and polarities, and turns negative thoughts and energies into positive ones. Psychologically, it helps to integrate and heal the shadow energies, alleviating self-sabotage. It harmonises the meridians, the subtle bodies, and the chakras.

Tourmaline Quartz detoxifies the entire body and is used to treat disorders of the digestive tract"

firemountaingems.com says, "Tourmalinated quartz is believed to protect the wearer from negative thoughts and emotions. It is said to be filled with energy that flashes through it and connects one with other fields of energy. Tourmalinated quartz is thought to provide a balancing of yin/yang energies and release negative patterns. It is used by some to treat disorders of the digestive tract and to detoxify the body. Tourmalinated quartz is aligned with the Zodiac signs Libra, Capricorn and Scorpio. It is associated with the 6th, Third Eye or Brow Chakra, but is also believed to be effective on the secondary chakras of the hands and feet, including the meridians."

jeffreyburroughs.com says, "Black Spinel is a protective stone that repels negativity and grounds the user while evoking inspiration and empowerment, without overwhelming others. It is also thought to help one find calmness and let go of resentments to re-establish relationships and dispel sadness. Black Spinel has been thought to heal the body as a whole, but is used to particularly help one’s bladder, intestines, and female reproductive system."

I really didn't realize how compatible these two gemstones are and how similar their healing properties are! This is a powerful healing gemstone necklace as well as a powerful addition to any wardrobe!