Large tear drop dangle earrings- #8 turquoise

Navajo handcrafted dangle earrings. They feature stunning #8 turquoise stones in a large tear drop shape dangling on a small tear drop shape. The unique design is set in a simple silver mounting which perfectly frames the stones. Light weight and easy to wear. Signed by the artist. 

Measurements: 1-1/2" in total length with a top stone shape 1/8 to 3/16 and a bottom taper of 1/8" to 1/2" (measurements are approximate)

Stone:  Number 8 turquoise is famous for its black, golden-red and brown spider web matrix background, which is set off by the soft blue to blue green turquoise. The mine is now depleted, and Number 8 turquoise is very uncommon in todays jewelry.