Black River is a 3 strand necklace inspired by the beautiful Turquoise drop in the center of the long strand. I used Banded Black Agate teardrops, Golden sheen Obsidian rounds, Turquoise nuggets, rounds and the large oval drop. There are also Delica Glass spacer beads and a silver filled round toggle clasp. Stunning!!

According to many, Turquoise brings the "Wisdom of the Ancient Ones" to those who wear it. It's December's birthstone, but it's also a gemstone that just looks great on everyone!

firemountaingems.com 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."

"Golden sheen obsidian is believed, by crystal practitioners, to be particularly suitable for scrying. It is also thought to be ideal for balancing energy fields and releasing the ego. The reflective nature of obsidian makes it one of the first stones used in self-reflective meditation, internal growth and self-understanding. The stone is not thought to give energy, but to help seekers discover where healing needs to happen.

Golden sheen obsidian is affiliated with the root chakra, though it is said to have applications to the solar plexus and third eye chakras. It is assigned to the western astrological sign Sagittarius."

As per crystalviden.com, "... modern crystal practitioners agree that the primary meaning of Black Agate revolves around strength, emotional balance, and stability."

Black River is a powerful and beautiful necklace that is truly a statement piece!