SOLD!!! This necklace is titled, Gulf of Mexico and is a 3 strand Lapis Lazuli and Turquoise statement piece! We used to live on Sanibel Island and in Fort Myers, Florida. All of the tragedy and loss really has hit home to me and my family. I've created several other pieces to celebrate our old home. This one is the newest of my Memories of Sanibel Island pieces.

The shortest strand is 17 1/2 inches long and the longest one is 20 inches long. I used Delica Glass spacer beads and a Sterling Silver toggle clasp. I love mixing the dfferent shapes and hues of both the Lapis and Turquoise beads. It feel very organic and much like a beautiful day out on the Gulf on Mexico!

charmsoflight.com says, "A stone of protection that may be worn to guard against psychic attacks, Lapis Lazuli quickly releases stress, bringing deep peace. It brings harmony and deep inner self-knowledge. Encourages self-awareness, allows self-expression and reveals inner truth, providing qualities of honesty, compassion and morality to the personality. Stimulates objectivity, clarity and encourages creativity. Lapis Lazuli assists to confront and speak one’s truth and inspires confidence. It bonds relationships, aiding in expression of feelings and emotions.

Lapis Lazuli boosts the immune system, purifies blood, lowers blood pressure, cooling and soothing areas of inflammation. It alleviates insomnia and vertigo, and overcomes depression. Lapis Lazuli benefits the respiratory and nervous systems and the throat, vocal cords, and thyroid, cleanses organs, bone marrow and thymus."

Many feel that Lapis Lazuli, being in the cobalt blue family of gemstones, helps us to speak our truth.

firemountain gems says, "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."

Some believe that the Wisdom of the Ancient Ones comes to those who wear Turquoise!

I know that when I wear Lapis or Turquoise, I feel more grounded and centered. When they are worn together, I feel stronger and also more peaceful.

Gulf of Mexico is the perfect necklace for most any occasion!