Fantastic genuine sugilite gemstone necklace - rare natural quality from South Africa

This extraordinary sugilite necklace consists of genuine, untreated sugilite gemstones of selected top quality. The stones have an intense, deep violet color and high color saturation - a real rarity in this size and quality today.
All the sugilite stones used are natural, undyed and unoiled.

Sugilite originates from South Africa, the world's most important source of this rare gemstone. Its powerful color and natural character make this necklace an expressive piece of jewelry with high collector's value.

Product details at a glance

Gemstone: Sugilite (100% natural, untreated)
Origin: South Africa
Color: intense violet
Necklace length: approx. 45 cm
Bead diameter: approx. 7 mm
Intermediate elements: Sugilite beads approx. 4.5 mm
Total weight: approx. 175 carats (incl. silver parts)
Threading material: 49-strand, coated professional stainless steel jewelry wire
Clasp: lobster clasp
Metal: 925 Sterling silver, rhodium-plated (tarnish-proof)
Intermediate parts: Beads made from rhodium-plated sterling silver

Quality & workmanship

The necklace is threaded onto a high-quality 49-strand professional stainless steel jewelry wire. Due to the high number of strands, it is particularly soft and supple, yet remains very stable and durable.
The lobster clasp and all silver parts are made of rhodium-plated 925 Sterling silver, which has a lasting shine and does not tarnish.

Interesting facts about sugilite

Sugilite was only discovered in the middle of the 20th century and named after its discoverer. The most important location where it was found is in the South African Kalahari Desert, particularly in the area around Hotazel. The famous Wessels mine is now largely exhausted, making high-quality sugilite increasingly rare and sought-after.

Other places where sugilite is found include Japan, Namibia and India. However, sugilite from these regions is usually very small or weak in color and is not suitable for jewelry production. High-quality sugilite in intense color is therefore almost exclusively associated with South Africa.

Natural accompanying minerals (parageneses) may include aegirine, albite, allandite, andradite, apatite, pectolite, quartz, richterite, titanite and zircon.

Character & special feature

Sugilite is one of the rarest gemstones in the world. Its intense violet color, the limited locations where it is found and the depleted mines make every high-quality sugilite necklace truly unique.
This sugilite necklace combines naturalness, exclusivity and timeless elegance - a piece of jewelry for lovers of exceptional gemstones with a strong charisma.

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Perfect gift

Each piece of jewelry is delivered in a stylish jewelry box or a high-quality pouch. This sugilite necklace makes an excellent special gift - for women or men, for birthdays, anniversaries, Valentine's Day or Christmas.

Care instructions

Store jewelry in a dry and airtight place, e.g. in a zipped plastic bag
Avoid contact with water, moisture, perfume or cosmetics
Take off jewelry before sleeping, showering or exercising

Product safety

This handmade piece of jewelry should always be handled with care.
Contains small parts - not suitable for children under 3 years.
Avoid contact with chemicals and cosmetic products.