Russian Serpentine and Silver Beaded Mens Necklace

Agate

Agate is considered a
protective stone. It is believed to attract strength and offer protection from
bad dreams, stress and the draining of energy. Agate is said to balance
energies and awaken talents.

Amazonite

Amazonite is believed to have
a soothing and calming effect. It accomplishes this by dispelling negative
energy and allowing us to let go of sadness and grief.

Amethyst

Amethyst calms the emotions,
encourages clarity of thought, and assists in attaining wisdom. Amethyst is a
stone of the mind which brings calmness and clarity. Amethyst is said to attune
its wearer with intuition, feelings and values. It has long been regarded as an
aid to sobriety and is useful for combating alcohol, food and other addictions.
It is also thought to ease obsessive-compulsive behavior.

Aventurine

Aventurine is a stone of
opportunity that is believed to attract prosperity. Some advise to keep an
aventurine in your left pocket when you are buying a lottery ticket or playing
any game of chance.

Citrine

Citrine is said to open the
mind to new thoughts and balance impatience and restlessness. Citrine is
thought to promote optimism. It also attracts abundance and is known as the
"merchant's stone"; it is often placed where business is conducted,
not only to acquire wealth, but to maintain it. It is also good for mental
focus, endurance and self-esteem.

Garnet

Garnet gemstones are regarded as the
stone of passionate devotion; toward family, friends, the self and purpose in
life. Believed to stimulate the senses, and increase vitality and stamina.
Garnet is thought to attract good luck in business ventures.

Jasper

Jasper quartz is a
gemstone associated with relaxation, contentment, compassion, nurturing and
consolation. Jasper is said to relieve mental stress and help to achieve
balance in life.

Black Onyx

Black onyx is said to repel
negativity and protect its wearer from the hostility of others. It is a gem
thought to enhance determination and perseverance.

Rose Quartz

Rose Quartz is known as the
stone of "gentle love", rose quartz brings peace and calm to
relationships. Excellent for healing emotional wounds, removing negativity and
restoring harmony after conflict.

Tiger's Eye

Tiger's Eye is said to help
convert anxiety and fear into practical logic and action. It is also believed
to promote balance and strength in difficult times, and to relieve doubt.

Turquoise

Turquoise is believed to
attract money, success and love. Turquoise is a stone of friendship in many
cultures. Native Americans associated the colors of turquoise with the blue sky
and the green earth. It is still seen by many today as being symbolic of our roots
in nature.

To keep your stones vibrant and the cord strong

• Avoid wearing it while swimming in chlorinated pools or salt water.
• Apply cologne or body sprays before putting on the necklace.
• Clean gently with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use ultrasonic cleaners on natural gemstones.

To keep sterling silver looking its best:

• Store your jewelry in a dry pouch or jewelry box when not in use.
• Clean occasionally with a soft silver polishing cloth.
• Avoid prolonged contact with harsh household chemicals.
• Remove rings before swimming in chlorinated pools or using cleaning products.
• Put on lotions, perfumes, and hand creams before wearing your jewelry.

With routine care, your sterling silver will maintain its shine for years.