Pacific Northwest is a 3 strand necklace that is my celebration of the the coast of the state of Washington! I love the majestic greens, white snow capped mountains and the greenish blue of the Pacific Ocean. These gemstones just seem to express the beauty, contrast and peaceful power of that part of the USA.

I used 3 Solar Quartz drops, Green Turquoise ovals in 2 sizes, Mother of Pearl nuggets, White Agate rounds and White Moonstone rondelles. It's finished with Delica Glass spacer beads and a Sterling Silver toggle clasp.

The shortest strand is 19 inches long and the longest one is 24 1/2 inches long. This is a true statement necklace! But the gemstones have a lot to offer besides their beauty!

As per firemountaingems.com, "Formed from clear quartz stalactite, solar quartz is also known as the "prosperity stone" or "energy stone."

Solar quartz, like other quartz, is believed to enhance energy, bring emotional strength and uplift with great power. It improves the connection to spirit and harmony. Solar quartz is also said to be protective, purifying the spirit, mental state and physical well-being."

"Turquoise is one of the official birthstones for the month of December, and is heralded as the stone of communication. It encourages enthusiasm, thus inspiring new projects and bringing to light undiscovered artistic abilities. Turquoise also provides understanding and encourages attention to detail while attracting prosperity and success.

The sprawling lines of coppery matrix provide a large amount of energy to its wearer. This may be one reason why the stone has long been prized as a powerful talisman with healing properties. It is believed that turquoise can help balance the blue throat chakra, enhancing the ability to communicate while increasing resistance to viruses, helping to relieve sore throats and allergies."

"Natural mother-of-pearl shell has tremendous spiritual value for those whose high goals and attitudes keep them feeling stressed. Mother-of-pearl shell is commonly believed to attract prosperity and is often used in mystical work and lore to heighten intuition, psychic sensitivity and imagination. It is believed that mother-of-pearl shell offers soothing, motherly protection from negative energy and love. Due to this, mother-of-pearl shell is a recommended crystal healing gemstone for children.

Mother-of-pearl shell turns on the Solar Plexus Chakra as well as the Throat Chakra."

"White agate is a stone of balance and release. It is credited with harmonizing an individual's feminine and masculine sides, helping the body release toxins and building the immune system. It is also believed to improve concentration and analytical frames of mind, as well as releasing traumas and providing the courage to trust.

For proponents of energy work and crystal healing, white agate is believed to be beneficial for mental issues, including everyday challenges such as frustration and anxiety. It is believed to stimulate the crown chakra and is often used to make worry stones. This white stone is often attributed with the power to attract angelic helpers and spirit guides."

"Moonstone, by its very name, has been connected to the moon and to the subconscious and unconscious. Wherever we go on Earth, the moon is with us, no matter where or how far our journey takes us--which is why it was a popular stone for protecting travelers. Moonstone is also believed to encourage lucid dreaming and promote emotional openness to new experience. This openness is part of how moonstone is thought to relieve stress--by calming the mind and soothing the spirit. Gem therapists and Ayurvedic doctors even use a specific form of moonstone (called godanti) to cure anxiety and strengthen the will.

White moonstone is affiliated with the crown chakra for spiritual or psychic experiences. Women are sometimes recommended to remove moonstone during the full moon.

This gem is an alternate birthstone for June, popular with Geminis and Cancers. It is considered a birthstone for June in Tibetan lore and for September in Ayurvedic healing."

I am always amazed at the powers that reside within the gemstones and this necklace is indeed full of healing potential!