South of the Equator is a 3 strand gemstone necklace with Brown round Opals, Peruvian Opals, Peruvian faceted Turquoise rounds and Snake Skin Jasper discs. It's finished with Delica Glass spacer beads and a silver filled toggle clasp. The shortest strand is 17 inches long and the longest one is 20 inches long. I love the colors in play within the 4 gemstones! They work so beautifully together, and each bead is interesting and lovely!

Opals are October's birthstone and Turquoise is December's birthstone.

According to oakrocks.com, "Snakeskin Jasper is a semi precious gemstone material from Turee Creek Station in the Phibara region of western Australia... Red Jasper is called a stone of fairness and justice because mystical lore claims that it decreases unjustness and helps in unfair situations. It is also said to enhance responsibility, choice, and compassion. It is said to assist in protection and rescue from danger."

navitascentre.co.uk says, "Snakeskin Jasper is a protective, calming stone. It is protective in many ways, it guards against negativity, including the negative outlooks and behaviors of other people, shields from psychic attack and also protects against temptations which would be harmful or damaging. It is also said to boost the cleansing of an environment when smudging. Snakeskin Jasper can assist dream recall and offer insight into difficult situations. Known as the stone of grace, it can help its owner to move more gracefully. It is also an anti-anxiety stone and can assist in times of worry or conflict.

Physically Jasper is good for the circulatory and digestive systems. It also aids the sexual organs, supports during prolonged illnesses and aids recovery and repair.

Mentally and Emotionally Jasper can aid the ability to “think on your feet”. It can help improve organisational skills, transform ideas into action and provide the determination to see tasks through to completion. Jasper can give the courage to deal with any problems effectively and assertively and provide tranquillity during stressful times.

Spiritually Jasper can align and balance the mental, physical and emotional bodies of the aura. It provides protection and grounding, can facilitate astral travel and aid dream recall."

As per atoleyestone.com, "Blue Peruvian opal generates soft and soothing energy to reduce tension and clear unnecessary thoughts from the mind. It eases communication and increases confidence. It also encourages ideas to flow more freely.

Blue Peruvian opal meaning depicts its potency to decrease the effect of stress on mind, spirit, and body. It will help to embrace inner talents and maintain balance in life. Blue Peruvian opal healing properties are related to balancing metabolic issues, relieving chronic fatigue, and other problems. It helps to absorb the iron that plays a major role in treating infections. The gemstone has insulin-regulating properties. It cleans the blood and keeps the kidneys intact. It also shows promising effects on women's health by reducing childbirth pains and PMS discomforts. Speaking of other blue Peruvian opal benefits, it encourages originality and a creative mind. It helps to increase interest in any field.

That's why it has a positive impact on the financial situation. It also motivates you to make the right decision.

Increase courage and determination in Relationships. To live a good love life, it's important to be daring and this gemstone can provide the same. It helps to speak your heart out without being scared. It also encourages you to be more open and honest with your significant other."

amethystgoddess.com comments, "Peruvian Turquoise are special pieces – much lighter than most turquoise but with the same properties. Turquoise is a soul-strengthener that embodies higher truth – inviting you to find your sacred voice. It primarily stimulates the Throat Chakra, making it easier for you to articulate your deepest wisdom and express yourself. Turquoise is a stone of wholeness and, as such, is also beneficial for your overall well-being, providing potent healing, purification, and spiritual expansion. Work with this turquoise to access your inner wisdom and find your authentic voice."

South of the Equator can be both a great addition to your jewelry collection and a powerful healing aid!