Sterling Silver & Dichroic Glass Pendant 396

This sterling silver and dichroic glass pendant was hand crafted in Taxco, Mexico. Dichroic means two colors, and this glass appears to be different colors when viewed from different angles or in varying degrees of illumination. Adding a thin layer of metallic oxides, which transmit certain light wavelengths while reflecting others, causing an iridescent effect, creates dichroic glass. The back of the pendant is translucent to show off the true beauty of the glasswork. Taxco is world renown for its high quality sterling silver and its craftsmanship of fine sterling silver jewelry. We have searched through hundreds of artists in Taxco to find the best of the best silver smiths. The sterling silver pendants we offer are the highest quality. This sterling silver pendant is stamped with the traditional .925 stamp. .925 is the mark of sterling silver. Silver, like gold, is too soft of a metal to make jewelry with on its own. A small percentage of copper must be added to strengthen the metal. .075 percent of copper is added to make sterling silver jewelry. When you are purchasing sterling silver, always make sure it is stamped .925.

Size: 2 1/2 inches tall and 1 inch wide.

Our Price: $42.00

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