Bold Fossilized Coral Necklace with Intricate Wire Work / Natural Agatized Fossil Coral Pendant / Ancient shops Ocean Collection

A larger and ultra elegant pendant featuring a natural fossilized coral gemstone. The one-of-a-kind fossil is set and accented with intricate coils and spirals of sterling silver wire. The pendant is hung on a silver-plated copper chain and packaged in a hand-stamped gift box. This necklace is a beautiful choice for the woman who is inspired by the ocean's creatures, processes, and mysteries.

The pieces of fossil coral used in this collection are natural gemstones formed from ancient coral. Pre-historic coral was flooded under the perfect conditions, resulting in beautiful preservations of ancient marine life. The proper term for the stone is "agatized fossil coral", because the cells of coral were gradually replaced by the gemstone agate. When the ancient coral was flooded with mineral rich water, the mineral silica (SiO2) replaced the cells of the coral.

Corals are marine animals who generally live in warm, shallow, tropical seas, (such as the Great Barrier Reef). They may be solitary or form large colonies. Fossil corals can be up to 450 million years old, and it is their skeleton that is fossilized with agate. The structure of the skeleton results in intricate geometric flower shaped patterns throughout the gemstone.

CHAIN: The pendant is photographed on a silver plated snake chain, available in lengths of 16 or 20 inches. It can also be purchased without the chain for $2 less. The silver plating on the chain will eventually wear off, but its a great affordable option. I also have a variety of styles of sterling silver chains available to enhance your pendant at https://www.etsy.com/shop/KosmicKrystals?section_id=17575624 starting at $15.

ANCIENT OCEAN COLLECTION:
Numerous other fossil jewelry options are available in the new Ancient Ocean Collection. Visit http://etsy.me/2jdnUGy to see Kosmic Krystals' new selection of ammonite and fossil coral jewelry. Formed in the ancient sea-floor, these stones have been through a lot. Now they have been carefully cut, polished, and wire wrapped into art jewelry. If you love oceans, history, and the patterns of nature, then this collection is tailor-made for you.

CLEANING: Silver will naturally darken, or tarnish, due to reactions with sulfides in the air. Each piece of Kosmic Krystals' silver jewelry comes with a non-tarnish strip and bag that prevents absorbing and trapping the sulfides and other pollutants in the air. If kept in a sealed bag or jewelry box with your silver jewelry the strip will shops prevent tarnishing for approximately 6 months. Fossil coral should not be cleaned using any harsh silver or gemstone cleaners. Some tarnish can be removed with a polishing cloth, but deeper areas cannot be reached. However, this natural patina can give the piece an interesting antiqued look. Any dirt and debris can be easily removed with a gentle toothbrush and warm soapy water.

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