Dainty necklace with faceted spinel and smoky quartz pendant

Dainty necklace with small faceted black spinel beads with a diameter of 2 mm and a pendant made of four drop-shaped pieces of smoky quartz set in silver. The circumference is 40 cm. The necklace is opened with a silver spring clasp. It is handmade in Atelier Tibet in Zurich.

Spinel is a rare gemstone that occurs in various colors and is valued for its clarity and brilliance, often as a symbol of vitality and renewal.

Smoky quartz is a transparent to translucent variety of quartz that occurs in shades ranging from light gray to deep brown. Its smoky coloration is caused by natural radiation that changes the iron ions in the crystal. Smoky quartz has been used for centuries in jewelry and protective amulets and is considered a grounding and protective stone. In gemstone healing, smoky quartz symbolizes the transformation of negative energies and helps to release stress, anxiety and emotional blockages. It promotes clarity, stability and inner peace. It is also said to strengthen the root chakra and create a deeper connection to the earth.