Large Lotus with Spinel Gemstone Necklace - Exquisite

Beautiful black spinel adorned with a large lotus  pendant. Worn by women in India, believed to have divine powers. Each of the black beads in the Mangalsutra, signify protection from evil power and are believed to protect relationships. The Lotus flower symbolizes the growth of inner beauty. It sits in a murky pond waiting for the warmth of the suns rays to emerge and reveal its true beauty. In many Eastern cultures, the Lotus flower symbolizes purity, new beginnings, and divine birth. The unfolding flower embodies the endless ocean of creation. This powerful necklace brings protection and new beginnings. Large Lotus size 36x31x1.5 (mm)The inside core is pure sterling silver. The outer coating is gold plate of 40 micro inches of 98.5% pure gold plated over sterling silver. These two precious metals are combined to produce long-lasting jewelry that looks, feels, and endures exactly like pure gold.