If you are a lover of pearls and turquoise, this is the necklace for you. This 18-inch long stunner takes its name from its Sleeping Beauty turquoise, one of the most highly prized and finest turquoise in the world today. (Turquoise is typically named after the mine/area where it is found.) Sleeping Beauty turquoise from the Sleeping Beauty Mine in Arizona is an intense robin's egg blue color.
Sleeping Beauty is a single strand of white freshwater pearls on either side that bursts into a multi-strand wonder in front. There are five strands, two of turquoise and three of pearls. One strand of turquoise is faceted rectangles, the other strand is one-quarter inch rounds. One strand of pearls matches the larger rounds found on the sides, with one other strand being smaller round pearls, the other pearls are small oblongs.
The multi-strand section segues into the single strand of pearls though simple yet stunningly embellished sterling silver cones that are nearly one inch long and resemble a flower bud. The clasp is sterling silver adorned with a small inset turquoise stone.
Sleeping Beauty is highly versatile -- appropriate for a dressy occasion or equally at home when worn with jeans.
