Description
“Rosé and the Rainstorm” – A one of a kind 14k rose gold filled genuine Labradorite pendant necklace. This piece was lovingly hand forged and woven in 14k Rose Gold Filled and Genuine Labradorite stone. It is a tribute to the power of a good thunderstorm, a good wine, and the stories that unfold from a good pairing.
The story behind this piece is a bit long, but I did include it if you fancy a story- you can read it below under the Artist Statement section of the description.
This Labradorite stone is large and deep blue in body color, with the most cerulean blue flash I’ve ever seen. This necklace is one of a kind, you’ll receive the exact one shown in the photos.
THE DETAILS
-Pendant measures 63mm (2.5″) tall (not including the top loop which adds about 1/4″), 28mm (just under 1 1/8″) wide at it’s widest point, and 9mm (3/8″) deep.
-The stone is a genuine Labradorite, curved teardrop in shape and deep blue in body color with a vibrant cerulean blue flash.
-The entire setting is 14k rose gold filled, hammer forged and hand woven.
-Chain is a 14k rose gold filled cable chain 1.5mm width, finished with with a spring ring clasp and extension chain making it adjustable to be worn at 24″ or 28″ length.
Thank you so much for visiting my shop! If you have any questions about this design or any of the designs in my shop, please contact me, I’m happy to help!
ARTIST STATEMENT (THE STORY BEHIND THE PIECE)
“Rosé and the Rainstorm”- A good rainstorm (especially paired with a good wine) has a way of washing away the “fluff” and revealing truths.
It was summer of 2009 and I was riding my bike home from work. There was electricity in the air as a big midwestern thunderstorm was brewing, and there was electricity in me as I had a new romance brewing as well.
He met me at my house, we grabbed a bottle of rosé, and as was our style, jumped in his truck for an impromptu adventure. We headed for a local quarry to enjoy our wine, look out at the water, and perhaps even do some urban archaeology.
We were dancing with our feet in the water when the thunderstorm caught up with us, and instead of ducking for cover, we slow-danced in the storm. Not the smartest thing, I know, but we were caught up in the moment.
I already knew I was in love with him, and he with me… but after that day, everyone else knew it too – from my jealous roommate and my skeptical friends, to my boss at work and my overly concerned family. Their concerns waned soon after, for me and the man who has been my love and favorite person for just shy of seventeen years now. Cheers to that!
ABOUT LABRADORITE
Labradorite is a mineral belonging to the Feldspar group, named after the Canadian province of Labrador, the classic locality of this gemstone. It is prized for it’s vivid rainbow of color play and it’s light refraction, known as Labradorescence.
Labradorite is considered to be a stone of protection, transformation, harmony and balance, enlightenment, and honest expression of one’s true self. It is said to strengthen intuition, impart strength and perseverance, and raise the consciousness of the wearer.
ABOUT GOLD FILLED JEWELRY
Gold-filled jewelry is composed of a solid layer of gold, which must constitute at least 5% (1/20) of the item’s total weight, mechanically bonded to sterling silver or a base metal (such as jeweler’s brass). Gold-filled items are 5 to 10 times thicker than regular gold plating, and 15 to 25 times thicker than gold electroplate, making it much more valuable and longer lasting because gold-filled has an actual layer of karat gold, not just a microscopic film as on plated jewelry which is estimated to be 0.05% or less of the metal product. Most gold-filled is 12kt or 14kt gold-filled (I use 14kt for my pieces). Gold-filled does not de-laminate or peel like plated or “dipped” products. It is tarnish resistant and does not tarnish as readily as silver. Many find that they never have to clean gold-filled items at all. However, from time to time your jewelry may become dirty from everyday wear. To clean gold-filled it is best to use mild soap and water.
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