Pendant Description
Malachite, Citrine, Blue Topaz Trio Sterling Silver Pendant
SubCategory: Pendant Gift from Kimlud Jewelry Collection
Material: Genuine Sterling Silver (.925 silver)
Stone(s): 1 piece top grade authentic malachite crystal cluster, 1 piece authentic citrine, 1 piece authentic brilliant-cut blue topaz
Overall Dimension (including bail): 4.1 x 2.5 x 0.7 inches
Inner Bail Diameter: 7 mm
Weight: 89.2 grams
Stamp/Mark: Fine Sterling Silver

Malachite
Malachite is a shining copper ore with swirling islands of rich green color. Used since ancient Egyptian times as pigment for cosmetics, dyes and paints, malachite's primary use today is still ornamental. Popularized in modern times in 19th century Europe, it was worn as protection against the "evil eye." Much of today's fine malachite is mined in the Congo.

Citrine Gemstone
This is the November Birthstone too. Citrine is quartz generally occurring in a golden honey color. Citrine occurs naturally in many place in the world like Madagascar, Scotland and in the Ural Mountains of Russia. Much citrine available today is actually smoky quartz or amethyst that has been heat-treated to turn it the characteristic citrine color.

Topaz Gemstone
This is the November Birthstone. A colorless, blue, yellow, brown, or pink aluminum silicate mineral, used as a gemstone since the times of ancient Egyptian Empire. Primarily mined in Brazil, the red and pink varieties are the most valuable, although the blue variety is better known. During the Middle Ages, it was believed that topaz could protect against the plague, improve eyesight, and instill patience, fidelity, and love.

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