• One genuine freeform-shaped, bezel-set, cabochon 17 x 23 mm Turritella Fossil Agate gemstone
• A Certificate of Authenticity for this gemstone is included.
• Sterling silver bale
• Photo show actual piece offered. NOTE: Color may and probably will vary from what you see on your computer or printer.
• Measurements are approximate and may vary.
• The letter-number combination at the end of the title is our inventory stock number.
• A small piece of black anti-tarnish paper added for shipment.
• Silver Plated and Sterling Silver Chains are available for this item. See our Silver Chain lots listed under Other Items in our eBay store.
• Approximate Size: 1-5/8 inches long (including bale)
• Approximate Size: 28.1 x 34.6 mm (plus bale)
• Approximate Total Weight: 7.1 grams
• Individually crafted and individually unique. Setting & bezel may and probably will show hand-tooling marks and roughness characteristic of individually handcrafted pieces. When present, these marks add warmth, charm and individualism to each piece.
• This item is brand new and ready for immediate shipment.

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Turritella Fossil Information:
Turritella Fossil is also commonly called Turritella Agate. The name Turritella comes from the Latin word turritus meaning towered or turreted with ella added which indicates small or diminutive giving small tower referring to the small shell size.

Despite its commonly used name, the fossilized shells are usually from gastropods other than what biologists classify as a true Turritella. None-the-less, the fossilized shells with their surrounding sediment which, over a long time, turned into a beautiful rock formation. A fascinating combination results from this mix of rock and shell. Each piece is a one of a kind and several examples should be a part of every fine jewelry collection.

Colors:
Turritella Fossil rock occurs naturally in many colors including beige mixed with browns and shades of green and may have a hint of light lilac, too.

Important Note about Color: The actual color and lightness or darkness of the stone will vary from what is displayed on your monitor. There are many reasons that can cause this visual situation, One of the more important reason is the difference between transmitted light color (such as light shining through a gemstone), color generation simulations and adjustments (such as your monitor) and reflected light (light bouncing off objects). Add to this each individual’s personal color sensitivities along with variances in ambient (surrounding) light sources used when the photo was taken as well as those where you are looking at the stone. You should expect that the actual item shading and coloring will vary from what you see on any monitor or printed piece.

Sources:
Deposits of Turritella Fossil are found throughout the world wherever there was water. Major sources today include both Germany and the United States of America.

Sources Note: Due to current political conditions, all imports (including gemstones) from Myanmar (Burma) are not permitted under United States law. In accordance with the law, none of the gemstones offered by CAB-Finejewelry are known to be from Myanmar. CAB-Finejewelry does not knowingly purchase, trade, sell or giveaway goods from Myanmar or any other country embargoed by the United States of America. As individuals we may not agree with some of the laws of our great country. However, rather than breaking the law, we choose to work toward changing these laws in a orderly and legal manner and encourage you to do the same.

Care:
This piece should be cleaned using lukewarm, mild, soapy water and rinsed with the same temperature water. Avoid sudden changes of temperature and, as with all fine jewelry, remove before doing any type of physical work. As with diamonds, a topaz can be split into pieces with a hard knock, so use care with diamonds and topaz gemstones. Traditional gemstone procedure of storing in soft cloth away from other articles of jewelry hold true, too. Ultrasonic cleaners, steam cleaners and chemicals should never be used.

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Sterling Silver:
Tarnish & Greenish-Black Discoloration
We have prepared a section on Sterling Silver that you should read.
Sterling Silver, Tarnish and Green-Black Discoloration -- Please Read
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Confused about Millimeters?
We have prepared an easy-to-use chart converting millimeters to inches.

Millimeter to Inch Conversion Chart
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Ring Size Conversions:
We have prepared an easy-to-use chart converting US/Canadian ring sizes to five other sizing conventions.

Ring-Size Conversions
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Important Information:
We have prepared a section on Important Information that you should read.

Important Information -- Please Read
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Add a Chain:
A beautiful, brand-new Chain is available. See our Copper Chain or Silver Chain lot listed under Other Items in our eBay store.
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