Square shaped turquoise pendant 14kt gold

Handcrafted pendant by Navajo artist Rick Tolino. Set in solid 14kt yellow gold with genuine Kingman Turquoise. Measuring 1" in length with a width of only 3/4", this is a small pendant. The deep blue coloring of the turquoise against the gold is striking. Perfectly sized for a 16"-18" chain (not included) NAVAJO HANDCRAFTED PENDANT BY ARTIST RICK TOLINO Kingman Turquoise originates in the Mineral Park Mining District near Kingman, Arizona. One of the largest domestic turquoise mines, it is found in a large open pit copper mine in the high desert country. The Kingman Mine district was first mined by Native Americans; it was part of the most extensive prehistoric workings in Arizona. 14 Karat specifically refers to the metal mix that is 58.3% gold, compared with 18 Karat that is 75% gold. 14K gold is used for engagement rings, eternity bands, pendants, earrings and other fine jewelry pieces.