The Stone
This stunningly beautiful Moss Agate gemstone pops from the middle of a sterling silver setting. Moss Agate encourages spirituality in all areas of life and supports the release of karmic debt from past lives. To better align with our soul's path, purpose and higher plan, Moss Agate enhances our connection to collective consciousness through spiritual growth and emotional stability. But what really called me to this stone was how it opens communication with the faeries, devas and nature spirits during meditation and when worn in nature. It's a whimsical snapshot of some far away mystical world... hanging around your neck.
The Setting
The healing power of silver is Amplification. Silver represents the Moon, shining a light on the unseen. Wearing silver enhances intuition, love and well-being. Silver is the metal of emotions, of the psychic mind, and of loving & healing. When silver is used with gemstones, the metal retains and amplifies the qualities of the stones, allowing for a gentle flow of energy between the two. Silver is known to enhance the powers of lunar cycles and is excellent for use in energizing other stones during the full and new moons.
This piece hangs on an 18" sterling silver chain and is embellished with the symbol of the heart chakra on the back as a reminder to always follow your heart - because this is what keeps you pointed in the direction of your True North.
Each Mystic Metal + Stone piece is infused with the intention to help you align with your most powerful and authentic expression of self.
This is a hand-forged one-of-a-kind piece of jewelry; variations and imperfections should be expected and celebrated.
Moss Agate and Sterling Silver Teardrop Pendant
Chemicals & Water
Strong chemicals, sulfur, sweat & perspiration, chlorine, and harsh sunlight can tarnish and corrode the shine in your silver.
Don't shower with your jewelry on, but if you forget to take it off, make sure to dry it with a clean towel after.
Take your silver off when going in the pool or chlorinated water. Chlorine is a harsh chemical, so if you forget to remove your silver jewelry, rinse and clean it afterward. The heat in a hot tub can accelerate the chemical reaction.
Sulfur in natural hot springs will antique your silver, so if you love the "dark oxidized" look, great! If not, take silver and copper off.
Chemicals in lotions and perfumes can also cause your jewelry to tarnish. Apply them first, let them dry, and then put your jewelry on.
Storage
Air exposure can tarnish your silver. so it's best not to leave it in an open jewelry chest. Store it in individual bags. Avoid putting pieces in the same bag, this can create tangling, scratching and tarnishing.
Silica gel packets provide anti-tarnish protection; save them for your jewelry box.
Take Your Jewelry Off
Preventative care is significantly easier than dealing with damaged or tarnished jewelry. Remove jewelry during the following times:
- When doing dishes, laundry, and when using cleaning supplies.
- When exercising, at the gym, or playing contact sports
- When showering or bathing
- Swimming, hot tubs, or saunas
- When lying in the sun
- When applying lotion, makeup, hair products, perfume, etc.
- When preparing food or cooking
- Outside tasks (gardening, mowing, etc.)
Polishing
Sterling Silver can be cared for using a simple polishing or microfiber cloth. Use long up-and-down strokes with different parts of the cloth to avoid spreading tarnish. Do not use a circular motion and be sure to avoid polishing any part of the jewelry that is intentionally oxidized.