The Western Sahara Desert in Africa is a series of sandy plains that extend for over 285,000 square kilometers. The taupe and caramel hues of those sands can be seen in this necklace’s freeform cut African opal nuggets. This massive desert, which covers most of North Africa, is the largest in the world. With just one person per square mile, it has the lowest population density on earth.

Spesseratite garnets are an aluminum variety of the deep red gemstone. The name spessertine comes from the town of Spessart in Northwest Bavaria, Gemany.

Keep your opal jewelry away from direct sunlight and avoid impacts to it as well as exposure to chemicals. To clean it, use water mixed with a little bit of vinegar, brushing it softly with a gentle toothbrush. When done, rinse with clean water.

The same care tips apply to the Swarovski crystals in this necklace. If they become dirty, you may wash them occasionally with warm water, a mild detergent and a soft toothbrush.

The same care tips apply to the Swarovski crystals in this necklace. If they become dirty, you may wash them occasionally with warm water, a mild detergent and a soft toothbrush.

Garnets can also be cleaned with warm soapy water and a soft brush but they should be rinsed well. Exposure to harsh temperatures, chemicals and sharp blows should be avoided.

Avoid vigorous polishing of your vermeil jewelry so as not to destroy the gold coating, and never expose it to moisture. Keeping it in a zip-lock bag will prevent moisture and humidity from attacking it.