HOT ! Malachite Opal Tyre Heishi Beaded Gemstone Necklace

This handmade, one-of-a-kind beaded gemstone necklace feature 4mm malachite and opal tyre beads spaced with 14k gold-filled discs.

The piece fastens with a 14k gold-filled lobster clasp and beads.

A 14k gold-filled extender chain allows this necklace to be worn 16 - 18 1/2 inches. Malachite is an incredibly protective and grounding stone. It absorbs negative energies both from the atmosphere and the physical body. Opal enhances spiritual consciousness and encourages flashes of insight, and is also a protective stone for deep inner work and meditation --- \"Gold filled\" means there is a solid layer of gold (12k, 14k, 18k or 24k) permanently bonded to a base metal, such as brass. The minimum layer of gold must equal at least 1/20th of the total weight of the piece in order for it to be designated \'gold filled.\' 

Gold-filled is a beautiful and more economical alternative to solid gold, which is not affordable for everybody. Gold-filled jewelry has 100x more gold than gold-plated, and because that layer is so much thicker, it means gold-filled jewelry lasts longer and stands up to wear and tear better.