Tassel Necklace

With a nod to the Downton Abbey era, this long tassel necklace has an opaque Ruby focal point set with an 18k gold bezel on a sterling silver back. The Garnet beaded tassel has an 18k gold and Black Diamond cap. The 18k gold chain is interspersed with Garnet and Black Spinel beads. Because of the detailed cut out on the back of the pendant, it can be worn on either side. I fell in love with the look and feel of this opaque Ruby—and it demanded a tassel of Garnet beads. The powerful grounding of the Garnet, Black Diamonds and Spinel makes this piece feel exceptionally good when wearing it. The chain length is 28 inches. The pendant and tassel length is an additional 3.5 inches.

• Pendant

  • 18mm W x 90mm L

• Chain

  • 28” long

Rubies have been called “the king of precious stones.” Burmese warriors thought it made them invincible in battle. Opaque Ruby is a more accessible type of ruby with a beautiful pinkish red color.

Garnet gemstones are most commonly seen as red, but they actually come in many colors. They have been used in jewelry as far back as 5,000 years ago. Garnet was thought to encourage truth, faith and loyalty as well as enhance positivity. Garnet is a powerful energizing stone and can stimulate contemplation, intuition, and inspiration.

Diamond is one of the hardest substances on earth and comes in many colors. They symbolize durability, intensity and purity. They have been treasured for thousands of years and valued for their magical properties. Kings and queens thought that they could provide access to higher powers and increased intuition. Black diamonds are a carbon isotope which make them slightly harder to cut than clear diamonds. They absorb light rather than reflect it, but glitter from their reflective, shiny surfaces. Black Diamond symbolizes authority and power.

Spinel comes in many colors. It is considered excellent for jewelry because of its durability. Black Spinel is grounding and protective.