"Queen Tamara " beads of jet and agate

Why " Queen Tamara"? Because the beads are made of magnificent Georgian jet! Diameter of beads 15 mm. Jet is a fossilized coal, stones of good quality are not so common. Jet has an oily, oil-based luster, especially if you put it next to black agate, which has a much tougher luster. The stone itself is light, so the beads from it are also light, despite the rather large diameter of the beads. Photos, unfortunately, do not fully convey its special warmth and charm. Beads of grey agate and silver tinted hematite were added to the jet. It turned out a really Regal decoration that is pleasant to wear and hold in your hands. Beads are assembled on jewelry cord. The kit can be ordered earrings.
Black jet – a beautiful ornamental stone, refers to stones of organic origin. Other names (synonyms): gischer, black amber, black Jasper Since ancient times, it was revered and considered one of the most powerful talismans that fight depression, melancholy and other manifestations of evil influence. Gagat is also a protective amulet, opposing evil spells, curses and conspiracies. In medieval England, a stone as black as night was placed under the pillow of children, applied to the forehead of newborns and kept in the house as a powerful amulet that could not only recognize evil intent, but also resist all evil and unclean. In Ancient India, it was identified with the power of light, despite its black, resin color. It was believed that the magical powers that it possesses are able to absorb black magic and attract good.