Looking up at the gorgeous blue sky with puffy white clouds inspired this set, Summer Sky. I used 2 sizes and shapes of Aquamarine beads, Blue Apatite faceted rondelles, Magnesite 1-2mm rounds, Shell and Delica Glass spacer beads. Both the 3 strand necklace and 1 strand 7 inch long bracelet have Silver filled clasps. The necklace clasp is a fancy slide and lock style and the bracelet has a toggle clasp. The necklace's short strand is 19 inches and the longest strand is 22 inches.

For reference, Aquamarine is March's birthstone! According to firemountaingems.com, "Aquamarine, a splendid blue gemstone whose name originates from the Italian word for seawater, embodies the splendor of the sea. A member of the beryl family, aquamarine is a sister to the rich green emerald. It can be found in a range of pale blue hues and aqua-green colors. Legends refer to aquamarine as the treasure of Atlantis.

There is much lore about the aquamarine stone. For instance, the Romans believed that a frog design carved onto an aquamarine stone would reconcile enemies and make them friends. The Greeks and the Romans revered aquamarine as a stone of protection for sailors, and it was commonly worn to ensure a safe and prosperous passage across stormy seas. The Sumerians, Egyptians and Hebrews also admired and valued aquamarine gemstones.

Belief in aquamarine properties, including powers of revelation, was strong during the Middle Ages. It was common to carve gazing balls for fortune telling or to suspend an aquamarine crystal on a string over a bowl of water, to divine messages as the stone disturbed the surface or touched letters drawn on the bowl's rim.

In the language of gemstones, aquamarine properties represent happiness, hope and everlasting youth. In ancient times, aquamarine was thought to protect those at sea. It was believed to make sailors fearless and safe from adversaries on the open waters. As far back as 480 BC, aquamarine was considered to be the treasure of the mermaids because its ability to protect increased when immersed in water.

Today, aquamarine is still thought to bring protection to those at sea and is a popular gift among ocean travelers. On land, it is believed to have soothing effects on couples, helping them to work through their differences and ensure a long and happy marriage. That power makes it an excellent stone to give on anniversaries.

It is also considered to be the stone of courage and preparedness and is believed to help maintain balance and order. Aquamarine is often used as a "good luck" stone, thought to bring feelings of peace, love, joy and happiness to those who wear it. There is an energizing quality to aquamarine that provides harmony and balance. If you dream of aquamarine, it is said that you will make new friends, and wearing earrings of aquamarine is thought to bring love and affection into your life.

Traditionally, aquamarine is also the birthstone for March and is associated with the zodiac sign of Pisces. It is also thought to be a stone for Aquarius, Libra, Gemini and Aries."

"Apatite is actually the mineral that makes up the teeth and bones of all vertebrate animals. In 1786, the mineral was given its name by German geologist Abraham Gottlob Werner. The name apatite comes from the Greek word apate ("to deceive"), a nod to its remarkable tendency to resemble more well-known gemstones. Throughout history, apatite's vibrant colors and crystal forms have often led it to be mistaken for gems like tourmaline, olivine, peridot, topaz and beryl —showcasing its surprising beauty and versatility.

In manufacturing applications, apatite is a source of phosphorus for fertilizer. Moon rocks brought back to earth by Apollo astronauts in the late 1960s and early 1970s were found to contain traces of apatite.

Apatite properties are closely tied to personal growth and mental clarity. Aligned with the zodiac sign Gemini, this gemstone is believed to curb appetite (hunger) while enhancing insight, creativity and learning. Apatite properties are also thought to include sharpening focus and concentration, supporting intellect and encouraging acceptance and unconditional love—both for oneself and from others."

"The most common color of magnesite is white, with an appearance similar to unglazed porcelain. This variety of magnesite has long been valued for its ability to be carved. Native Americans, including the Pomo Tribes of California, carved white magnesite gemstones into beads for jewelry and currency. The currency beads were valued so highly they were traded individually versus by the strand like most other valued beads.

What are the Metaphysical Properties of White Magnesite?

White magnesite is known for its purported calming properties, helping to improve creative visualization and imagination. White magnesite meaning is associated with deep peace and silent relaxation during meditation, stimulating passion in the heart and helping strengthen bones and teeth. White magnesite is said to open the heart chakra, bringing a sense of personal happiness and love for oneself, with white magnesite meaning being linked to increasing self-esteem."

"Natural mother-of-pearl shell is said to have 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 mother-of-pearl shell meaning is often associated with mystical work and lore to heighten intuition, psychic sensitivity and imagination. It is believed that mother-of-pearl shell meaning is linked to 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."

"Tourmalinated quartz is believed to protect the wearer from negative thoughts and emotions. Tourmalinated quartz meaning is associated with the energy that flashes through the stone 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 meaning is aligned with the Zodiac signs Libra, Capricorn and Scorpio. It is associated with the sixth, third eye and brow chakras, but is also believed to be effective on the secondary chakras of the hands and feet, including the meridians."

The bracelet price is $ 38.95

The necklace price is $160.95

Set price is discounted $195.00