Sodalite Gemstone Necklace Venetian Chevron Focal Beads Lapis Lazuli and Sterling Silver Pendant and Clasp

Overall Length: 17″
Hand knotted sodalite gemstone and Venetian chevron bead necklace with stunning lapis lazuli and sterling silver large pendant and clasp. Sodalite is believed to foster emotional balance and calm. The ancient stone of royalty, wisdom, truth, intellect, courage and protection from evil, lapis lazuli gemstone principally has been mined in NE Afghanistan for over 6,000. Did you know that Titian, Michelangelo, and Vermeer used lovely lapis lazuli ground into powder mixed with resins and oils to produce the stunning blues in their paintings and murals? Chevron beads were developed initially in the 14th century and were unique and revered for their internal star design. The Venetian glass guilds in Murano, Italy created beautiful glass beads that were sources of barter in the many trade routes across Europe and Africa.