Turquoise Beaded Long Necklace: Hand Knotted Southwestern Boho Design

Gorgeous turquoise beaded necklace that is hand knotted between beads. Very long necklace that can be worn in several different lengths. Double it up or wear it longer flapper style. The beads in this necklace are a very pretty turquoise color. They really stand out...that's why I put them together with my maroon and brown tops. The necklace really stands out.

* Turquoise magnesite natural stones ***see below for definition***

* 46" long

* 1/4" round stones

* dark brown earthtone matrix in the stones

***What is Turquoise Magnesite Natural Stone and why do I use it***

Magnesite is a beautiful gemstone that looks very similar to genuine Turquoise. When cut and polished into cabochons or beads it features a dark thread of veins or a web-like matrix across its surface, making it a beautiful gem to use as a substitute for real turquoise. Because this is a porous gem it can easily be dyed and polished to create bold and vibrant colors. It's often dyed to a light blue color and because of its matrix it resembles turquoise so closely many people cannot tell the difference.

Genuine turquoise has quadrupled in price in the last couple years and turquoise magnesite stone makes it possible for the rest of us to be able to afford a beautiful squash blossom, bracelet or earrings for a fraction of the cost.