Indian Stone Necklace

Red, green and pale stones strung on gold, with a small charm.

This gold necklace comes from Jaipur, Rajasthan, India. Jaipur is widely known for its long tradition of gem cutting and jewelry. Small links of gold hold a mix of beads, including an oval red stone, deep green ones and smooth pale pieces in irregular shapes. A round bead made of tiny gold granules sits between them. Near the top, a small gold ornament hangs from the chain. The gold is warm and soft in tone.

About 25 inches long. Delicate, but with a lot to say.