Arthurian Shield Lapis, Quartz & Rutile Sterling Silver Pendant with 18K Gold | Ben & Bryant Collection

Arthurian Shield Lapis, Quartz & Rutile Sterling Silver Pendant with 18K Gold | Ben & Bryant CollectionLapis lazuli, quartz, and natural rutile inclusions. After reading about King Arthurs legendary shield, sometimes depicted in Arthurian heraldry as azure (blue) with gold elements, we set out to create a pendant inspired by that imagery. Many medieval shields carried blue fields decorated with gold stars or crosses, symbols of nobility, protection, and the heavens. With that in mind, we chose a stone combination that naturally captured that same

I found this  material buried in dusty barrels at a Gem show

and pale blush tones spread across the stone in sweeping crystal sprays

It is made of the fossilized shells of ammonites

and earthy inclusions looked almost like a tiny English garden frozen in stone

just look at that landscape

Also known as Bisbee Ice

USA• Design: Custom silverwork designed to reflect the natural patterns within the cabochon• One of a Kind: Every Morrisonite stone displays completely unique color and landscape-like formations• Included: Arrives with a soft suede jewelry bag and a sterling silver polishing cloth for storage and care

It's from Texas

moonstone is a popular gift for its magical appearance and ability to match any outfit :) All our pendants are set in solid 925 sterling silver and comes with a free 18" sterling silver chain

• Stone: Josephine Crown Quartz (Pyrite & Chalcopyrite in Quartz)• Origin: Southern Oregon• Metal: Solid

Hematite & Jasper)• Origin: Western Australia• Metal: Solid

this one has almost a dusty rose color