Herkimer Necklace

This beautiful Quartz Crystal necklace features a unique, one-of-a-kind quartz crystal. The crystal is completely raw and natural, uncut and unpolished. They grow in these beautiful 18 faceted shapes that you see. Each one is different and no one stone perfectly matches another in shape, size, or clarity. This is the perfect, everyday necklace that will go with everything. Great for both casual and dressy occasions. ............................................................................ - Details - ● Chain: 16" 14k gold filled or solid sterling silver ● Clasp: 5mm spring ring ● Stone: Quartz Crystal ● Nickel and lead free ............................................................................ - Important things to note - ● Herkimer Diamonds & Pakimer Diamonds are 18 sided quartz crystals, not actual diamonds. ● Our stones originate from Pakistan, which many call "Pakimer Diamonds”. These are natural stones and may not appear sparkly. There could be cloudiness, or they may have flecks of black (called inclusions).  ............................................................................ -About the stone- Double terminated 18 faceted quartz crystals were found in Herkimer NY in the 18th century and because of their clean natural facets and high clarity they were given the name "Herkimer Diamonds". Now similar beautiful 18 faceted crystals have been found in many places around the world. Technically only the stones found in a certain regain of NY can properly bear the name "Herkimer Diamond" (just like the use of the word "Champagne" is reserved in many countries only for sparkling wine from the Champagne region of France). ............................................................................ - About the metal - Gold filled: What is "Gold Filled"? Well it is a way to get the benefits of gold without the huge cost. Think of it as a heavy 14K Gold plating (5% of the metal by weight). This protects your jewelry from tarnishing. ............................................................................ - Caring For Your Jewelry - To keep your jewelry in best condition it is advised to keep it dry (from beauty products, sweat, etc).