This unusually shaped labradorite pendant features a heavily striated blue green stone. The toned color from green to blue and the markings in the stone make it seem like a glimpse into an Aspen grove filled with filtered sunlight.
The handmade sterling silver setting is completely carved and engraved. The sides and back of the pendant show the Aspen Grove with its beautiful leaves seeming to almost flutter in the breeze. These leaves curve around the front of the stone as well, creating a fully 3 dimensional design, embracing and supporting the stone.
The Aspen is unique among trees because a grove is considered to be a single living organism. Each tree is genetically identical to all the others, and they grow by extending networks underground that pop up as shoots in open spaces close to the older trees. This makes each group of trees one individual, interconnected via their vast root system. The most ancient living creature on Earth is an 80,000 year old grove of Aspen.
This makes Aspen symbolism particularly important. Aside from the annual shedding of leaves, which marks these trees as a reminder of the change of seasons, their relationship to one another as a single being is a powerful reminder of working towards the common good for all. With the right conditions, many individuals can thrive as one, creating harmony and stability in the landscape.
The Equinox is the point in the annual cycle where the amount of sunlight and nighttime are roughly equal. Equinoxes happen in Spring and Fall as transitional phases of the year between the more active season of Summer and the dormant season of Winter. An Equinox is a point of balance and contemplation for what is to come, as well an opportunity to consider the season most recently passed.
Pendant measures 2 & 3/16 “ tall by 3/4” wide by 1/4” thick. Length of pendant does not include the part that the chain goes through, known as the bail. Please see the image on the size grid for scale. Shown on the Wheat chain.
** Please note chains are sold separately, and you can find a great selection in different styles and lengths here on the Chains Page. **
A note about Labradorite's colors: Every effort is made to capture the best color of the gem when the item is photographed for presentation. This depends largely on the angle of the light on the stone when the image is captured. Labradorite's inherent nature means that under the right conditions, the color flash will be intensely luminous and vibrant. On the other hand, when you view your new piece under some conditions, it could appear very dark, or with even with only minimal color. This visual reminder of life's changeable nature is part of Labradorite's allure. You can incorporate this idea along with the specific emotional symbolism built into each one-of-a-kind, handmade silver setting. Enjoy!
