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18K GOLD VERMEIL over STERLING SILVER PENDANT set with a MULTICOLOR PLUME AGATE
Item #	:	183 15891
Type of jewelry	:	PENDANT ~ 18K Gold Vermeil over solid 925 Sterling Silver & a rectangular-shaped multicolor PLUME AGATE cabochon.
Material	:	Solid genuine 925 Sterling Silver ~ 18K Gold-plated, a genuine natural River Jasper with a stunning multicolor pattern
About Indonesian Plume Agate	:	Plume Agate Gemstones gets its name from the patterns of mineral growths within the silicates. The shapes of these minerals look more like feathers, flowers, or flames rather than trees like Moss or Dendritic Agate. They can be in any color of the rainbow due to the oxidation of the mineral inside and other variables. Plume Agate - Color, Facts, Power, Mythology, History and Myths Agate is one of the commonly found gemstones in the world. There are numerous varieties of stone making it is truly versatile and effervescent stone. Agate is banded chalcedony belonging to the crypto-crystalline quartz family. Agate is more like an umbrella term used to describe the many varieties of stones that have similar but also distinctive compositions and properties. Varieties of agate are usually distinguished by their color or pattern and also by their place of origin. Agate is usually found in every color known to mankind and even in a colorless form. Plume agate is a variety of agate that is distinguished by its color. It is a red-brown and white-colored banded stone that has patterns naturally inscribed within its translucent body. Agate is named after the place it was first discovered from. Found in the ancient Achates River in Sicily (now the river is known as Dirillo or Acate). Theophrastus in 315BC mentioned in his treatise “On Stones” that the gemstone Agate derived its name from the Sicilian River. Research shows that Agate was used in Babylon as an amulet and ornamentation material. Its use has also been seen in Greek and Egyptian civilization. There is also evidences that Agate has been in use in India since ancient times. While the original form of Agate was found in Sicily, today varieties of the stone can be found in almost every corner of the world. Agate is one of those gemstones that have a low intensity which metaphysically means that it vibrates lesser than other stones. Even then it is highly valued for its stabilizing effect and strengthening capabilities. The bands that invariably appear in all types of Agate may seem delicate but in reality, they all represent strength. Agate is known to help balance emotions, energize the intellectual capability of a person, improve a person’s physical stamina and balance the positive and negative forces of nature. Where is Plume Agate Gemstone Found? Plume Agate isn’t a rare gemstone and can be found in the mines of Java / Indonesia. Healing Properties of Plume Agate Agate is known to help stabilize the inner self. It also composes a person and brings maturity. In ancient times it was believed that Agate helps mothers cope with pregnancy. They believed that the stone not only helped mothers go through the pain of pregnancy easily but also helped the unborn baby inside the mother’s womb. In ancient times women were also encouraged to wear an Agate amulet around their neck touching their breasts in order to improve lactation. Physical Healing of Plume Agate Plume Agate is believed to help improve vision. If you do not have good eyesight then wearing Plume Agate may help your condition. Additionally, the qualities of Agate that are widely known can also be found in Plume Agate. Agate helps to improve concentration and the analytical abilities of a person. The stone is considered an elixir for the body, one which improves the general condition of the digestive system. It also works wonderfully in treating skin disorders. Emotional Healing of Plume Agate If you want to become a pragmatic thinker, wearing an Agate should help. As a healing stone, it is believed that Agate helps the wearer understand reality. You will also value peace and harmony more dearly thanks to the stone. Plume Agate is specifically known to help in making important decisions in life. As a powerful stone Agate is also known to help accept one’s own truth and build self-confidence. It also encourages a wearer to speak the truth. The stone helps one steer away from negativity and ill-will. It fosters positivity, love, and courage. Spiritual Healing of Plume Agate Plume Agate is believed to be linked to the collective consciousness of the higher authority of divinity. This particular variety of Agate helps the wearer understand his life’s experiences and links it to his personal spiritual growth and stability. Plume Agate also facilitates psychic visions helping one understand everything about the origin of the world. Chakra Healing of Plume Agate Agate as a stone is known to wash off negative energies from the body thus cleansing it. In the process, the chakras are balanced and re-aligned. Metaphysical Properties of Plume Agate Agate, in general, is believed to be a great balancer when one keeps it close in life. It is a stone that helps one stay rooted, connected and positive. Plume Agate strengthens one from within, improves memory and spiritual connection.
Amount	:	1 (one) piece * All photos are taken from the actual item *
Plating	:	18K Gold Vermeil ~ very thick and durable 3-microns yellow Gold-plated over solid 925 Sterling Silver
Total weight	:	approx. 8.90 grams
Dimension	:	Total length including bail: approx. 49.68 mm = 1.95 inches Length of pendant without bail: approx. 36.92 mm Width: approx. 23.18 mm Thickness: approx. 3.73 mm This solid 925 Sterling Silver pendant is handmade; the size may vary +/- 1%.
Size of bail	:	Inside dimensions of the pendant bail are approx. 8.10 x 6.80 mm ~ it will fit a chain, cord or rope with a diameter of approx. 6.70 mm
Color	:	Multicolor, and gold
Origin of silver work	:	Handmade in Bali by our in-house Balinese silversmiths
Hallmark stamp	:	This pendant is hallmark stamped 925 on the bail.
What is Gold Vermeil?	:	VERMEIL, which is pronounced "vehr-MAY," is 925 Sterling Silver with is plated with Gold. Vermeil is a combination of Sterling Silver and Gold commonly used as a component in jewelry. A typical example is Sterling Silver coated with 18K or 24K Gold. To be considered VERMEIL, the gold must be at least 10 karats (42%) and be at least 2.5 micrometers thick. In the US and various other countries, Sterling Silver covered first with a base metal (such as nickel) and then plated with Gold cannot be sold as vermeil without disclosing that it contains base metal. The word "VERMEIL" is a French word which came into use in the English language, mostly in America, in the 19th century as an alternative for the usual term silver-gilt. Vermeil can be produced by either fire-gilding or electrolysis. The original fire-gilding process was developed in France in the mid-18th century; however, France later banned the production of vermeil because over time artisans developed blindness due to mercury involved in the process. Today, VERMEIL is produced by electrolysis which is much safer than fire gilding yet produces a very similar result The White House has a collection of vermeil tableware kept on display (when not in use) in the Vermeil Room. The Code of Federal Regulations 16, Part 23.5 defines Vermeil: "An industry product may be described or marked as 'vermeil' if it consists of a base of Sterling Silver coated or plated on all significant surfaces with Gold or Gold alloy of not less than 10 karat fineness, that is of substantial thickness and a minimum thickness throughout equivalent to two and one half (2 ½) microns (or approximately 1/10000ths of an inch) of fine Gold." Less than 2.5 microns is NOT Vermeil and is considered as simple Gold plating only. Vermeil Jewelry Vermeil is a more expensive version of Gold plated jewelry. It consists of a 925 Sterling Silver base that is coated or plated with Gold. And again, if the longest lifespan is in the first place for you, your option is VERMEIL Vermeil is much more durable than simple very thin gold plating. No wonder that the price is also high. Gold plated jewelry Gold plating is the term used to describe the process of plating jewelry made of either precious (silver) or non-precious base metal (zinc, nickel, copper) with a thin layer of gold, which is depositing there by electrochemical methods. As it was said the layer is very thin and thus easy to scratch. It also naturally wears thin with time, exposing the metal below.
Remarks	:	Our 18K Gold Vermeil over solid 925 Sterling Silver jewelry are absolutely marvelous and made with exceptional detail. The condition is new and excellent. Don’t miss the opportunity to own this magnificent pendant

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