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Ametrine Collar with Stalactite Pendant
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Detailed Description
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ONE OF A KIND! A gorgeous amethyst banded stalactite with a removable bail hangs from a collar of faceted ametrine teardrops flashing pale yellow, lilac and purple. Finished with a sterling amethyst clasp. 18" ALMOST IDENTICAL STALACTITE PENDANT WITH FACETED AMETRINE RONDELS AVAILABLE.
*Stalactite comes
from the Greek word for "drip" and is a mineral formation that hangs
from the ceiling or wall of limestone caves. This solution travels
through the rock until it reaches an edge and if it is the on the roof
of the cave it will drip down in needle-like shapes. Every stalactite
begins with a single mineral-filled drop of water. When the drop falls, it leaves behind a thin ring of calcite. Each
subsequent drop that falls deposits another ring. Eventually these
rings form a very narrow hollow tube known as a "soda straw" When
formations on the ceiling and floor over time eventually meet, they fuse
into fascinating columns, some of the more famous are wonders of the
world. Have some fun and click on this VIRTUAL CAVE to see a fantastic show!
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