The taupe, copper and gold color variations that swirl through this necklace’s ceramic beads lend a sandy-pebbled beach effect to the neckline. Textured silver balls alternate between the egg-shaped ceramic beads for a touch of metallic shimmer. The 16-inch Tejas leather lace cording on which the ceramic and silver elements are strung is of superior quality for long-lasting durability and soft comfort around the neckline.
In Cartagena, Colombia, a lack of nearby coral reefs to feed its beaches renders the sand a soft brown hue. Brilliant sunlight streaming down from the overhead sky casts golden and copper hues to this sand. This scene is recreated in Colombian artisan Martha Lopez’s Sandy Pebbles ceramic beaded necklace. For a perfectly matched ensemble, select our Sandy Pebbles Silver Balls Earrings.
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Like the pebble bays that line the trek to the fishing village of Tanganga, Colombia, the ceramic beads that adorn this necklace are shaped from clay and smoothly polished. A baking process then hardens them to a durable finish.
In many cultures across the globe, the gift of silver represents trust, truth, excellence wisdom and love. The silver balls that accent this Sandy Pebbles Ceramic Necklace charge it with an emotional spark.
The super-strong Tejas leather lace from which this necklace’s cording is fashioned is constructed of top-grade leather. The glossy, hair cell grain finish gives it a supple, highly touchable appearance.
This necklace measured approximately 26 inches and is secured with a silver clasp.
- Handmade in Colombia by Martha Lopez
- Made of ceramic and silver balls and strung together with a Teja leather cord.
- Ceramic balls are of sandy color.
- Each piece is unique and can vary from the picture since natural material tends to vary from piece to piece
- Measurement is approximate
Because they absorb chemicals and moisture, jewelry with ceramic beads should never be wetted or exposed to liquid cleaning products. Instead, use a dry polishing cloth on them to buff away dirt and oil.
The silver beads should also be polished, with a dry cloth, but be sure the one you choose is tarnish proof. An airtight container is your best storage option to prevent tarnishing for your Sandy Pebbles Necklace’s silver balls.
Care of Tejas leather is a simple three step process: 1) cleaning with a cleanser that will preserve its natural oils; 2) conditioning to keep it supple and 3) protecting it with a moisture barrier. Because its leather has the potential to stretch, your Sandy Pebbles Necklace should be laid flat rather than hung.