Zircon & Yemeni Silver Necklace by Ruth west african Half-pound of all different gemstones

Half-pound of all different gemstones including jaspers

Slight graduated 24" strand of 3mm x 5mm to 6mm x 9mm beads

with brass insert

22 gauge half-hard

97 beads on the strand

Zircon & Yemeni Silver Necklace by Ruth west african Half-pound of all different gemstonesBeautiful Ombre shading of all natural zircon faceted rondelles with antique coin silver Yemeni bead circa 1900. Center bead is 13mm diameter, highly detailed and worn smooth. All natural shades and graduated sizes zircon, from small clears somewhat cloudy pinkish grey to deeper reds framing the center, hand cut in India. Zircon has a nice heaviness and is a hard stone. 17 inches long with sterling hook and eye clasp. Designed and strung by Ruth.