This exquisite butterfly pendant and chain make a very unique gift! Genuine Baltic amber is one of nature's most interesting gems. Amber is fossilized pine resin that was hardened millions of years ago, and Baltic Amber comes specifically from the Baltic area of Northern Europe around the Baltic Sea. Amber from this region is considered some of the highest quality available on the market. Cultures from all over the world associated amber with magic, spirits of the natural world, and the Sun. For centuries the stone has been sought after and made into lovely jewelry, like this pendant. Monarch butterflies are now on the endangered species list, but this beauty is a lasting tribute to the creatures that will be worn and loved for years. 
 
The pendant has two 19mm x 10mm handcrafted genuine Baltic amber wings fashioned from amber that originated in Poland. The total size of the pendant is approximately 26mm x 19mm, and 37m hanging length. The setting is crafted of .925 Sterling Silver plated with 24K gold.
 
The curb chain is 18 inches long, approximately 1.4mm in diameter,  and is plated with 14 karat gold over sterling silver.  This chain has a lobster clasp closure with soldered jump ring. 
 
This necklace comes gift boxed in a luxurious double door leatherette pendant box for an impressive presentation.
 
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When you're done shopping, some fun facts about amber lore can be found on the International Gem Society's website at https://www.gemsociety.org/article/history-legend-amber-gems-yore/. The Xerces Society has some interesting information on Monarchs and how we can all help them flourish at https://xerces.org/monarchs