{"product_id":"the-first-place-strand","title":"The First Place Strand","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAbout the strand:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimple, polished, and designed to layer beautifully, The First Place Strand puts gorgeous Royston ribbon turquoise front and center. Tiny sterling silver saucer pearl beads (\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e3.2mm) 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\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e18.5\" end to end (can be worn shorter)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExclusive, one-of-a-kind hand-strung design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFeatures Royston Ribbon turquoise (NEVADA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-oxidized Italian sterling silver textured open link chain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMachine made sterling silver pearl beads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProperly finished with sterling silver lobster clasp and findings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrung on professional-grade COATED STAINLESS STEEL beading wire for durability and longevity\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE\u003c\/strong\u003e: Internal components can cause finished jewelry to have magnetic response. This does NOT affect the authenticity of the sterling silver beads.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the stone: \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoyston 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, \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eparticularly\u003c\/span\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Branded Strand Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54509618168021,"sku":null,"price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5282\/0437\/files\/IMG_7259.heic?v=1786718345","url":"https:\/\/thebrandedstrandco.com\/products\/the-first-place-strand","provider":"The Branded Strand Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}