Napier Silver Tone Purple Agate Clear Crystal & Beaded Necklace Vintage

Vintage Silver tone, square, Purple Agate Stone, Clear Crystal & silver tone beaded necklace by Napier. Lobster clasp w/extension chain. Ornamental stone since antiquity, found in variety of ancient Greek contexts, such as for Mycenaean jewelry & warriors’ seal stones. Because its hardy, often spectacularly colored, polished to high shine & long been valued for decorative purposes. Formed in alternating layers that produce distinctive banding effect, many varieties worldwide. Ancient gemstone prized for millennia. Carved into beads, cabochons & sculptures. Functional art like paper weights also feature Agate. Porous nature makes it ideal for dying, enhancing beauty. Collectors & jewelry makers value versatile material. Used since ancient times in many cultures, Agates been extremely valued. Numerous varieties, each associated w/different beliefs, although generally, Agates been used as protection against evil. Wards off fears, insecurities, envy & jealousy. Considered grounding stone w/many different healing effects, depending on color of stone. Used during meditation, may enhance spiritual awareness & stimulate psychic abilities. Along w/awareness comes self-truth & building of self-esteem & confidence. Associated w/crown chakra, can be held against top of head to invoke properties. Please look at pictures closely as they are part of the description. Measurements in photos. Let me know if you have any questions. Thank you for shopping my closet! Inventory #N98BL