The First Place Strand

About the strand:

Simple, polished, and designed to layer beautifully, The First Place Strand puts gorgeous Royston ribbon turquoise front and center. Tiny sterling silver saucer pearl beads (3.2mm) create a clean bar-style silhouette, all finished on an Italian sterling silver open-link chain for an adjustable fit. An easy everyday piece and a perfect place to start if you’re building your collection

• • 18.5" end to end (can be worn shorter)
  • Exclusive, one-of-a-kind hand-strung design
  • Features Royston Ribbon turquoise (NEVADA)
  • Hand-oxidized Italian sterling silver textured open link chain
  • Machine made sterling silver pearl beads
  • Properly finished with sterling silver lobster clasp and findings.
  • Strung on professional-grade COATED STAINLESS STEEL beading wire for durability and longevity
    NOTE: Internal components can cause finished jewelry to have magnetic response. This does NOT affect the authenticity of the sterling silver beads.

About the stone: 

Royston Ribbon Turquoise is a distinctive variety of boulder turquoise sourced from Nevada's Royston mining district. Distinguished by its formation in narrow, flowing veins rather than solid or webbed patterns, this stone displays striking ribbons of vibrant blue or green turquoise that traverse the host rock naturally. The surrounding host rock typically exhibits warm, earthy tones that range from sandstone and chocolate brown to beige and golden hues to create a striking visual contrast that enhances the stone's natural beauty. Turquoise is a sacred and highly valued stone in Native American cultures, symbolizing healing, protection, and a deep connection to nature, particularly the sky and water. It represents good fortune, strength, and spiritual communication. This stone is integral to ceremonies, rituals, and everyday life, where Native American tribes use it for healing, safeguarding, and even rituals intended to bring about rain.