Heliotrope or bloodstone chalcedony encased in sterling silver and brass with handcut brass butterfly wing.
The piece is set on a handwoven macrame cord studded with tigers eye beads.
All components are handmade.
The word heliotrope comes from the Greek words Helios (sun) and Tropos (transformation). It has long been a stone said to possess magical properties such as invisibility and the power to control the weather.
The nickname bloodstone comes from both blood red jasper inclusions and the ancient belieft that the stone could slow bleeding and quicken healing.
Size
Heliotrope - 2.9 cm height x 1.8cm width
Entire metal pendant is just under 9cm long
Set on a macrame cord that measures approximately 73cm in length but is adjustable and can be tightened to fit any desired length
Pieces are 100% handmade and limited. If you're not finding what you're looking for, take a peak at the gallery and contact me to discuss the possibilities.
