This necklace is made with non-precious turquoise beads. In the center hangs a pendant which features the traditional Greek Key motif, also known as the Meander. Alternating between groups of the turquoise beads are decorative silver colored spacer beads. A beautiful necklace that has been carefully handcrafted, this is an affordable alternative to natural polished gemstone jewelry.
Made in Greece.
Non-precious resin and metal beads
Approx. 460mm (18.11 in) length. 6mm beads.
Charm approx. 19mm (.75 in) x 19mm (.75 in)
History
In art and architecture, a meander is a decorative border constructed from a continuous line, shaped into a repeated motif. Such a design is also called the Greek Fret or Greek Key design, although these are modern words. The name "meander" recalls the twisting and turning path of the Maeander River. Meanders were among the most important symbols in ancient Greece; they, perhaps, symbolized infinity and unity; many ancient Greek temples incorporated the sign of the meander.
Turquoise is an opaque, blue-to-green mineral that is a hydrous phosphate of copper and aluminium. It is rare and valuable in finer grades and has been prized as a gem and ornamental stone for thousands of years owing to its unique hue.