Metal: Sterling Silver

Gemstones: Synthetic* blue spinel, natural citrine, natural opal

Dimensions:

Necklace length: 45 cm + 6 cm extension

Pendant : 36 x 56 mm

The TAURUS necklace is made entirely of sterling silver and the little stars are brilliant cut gemstones. I chose gemstones that roughly correspond to the real colours of Taurus stars: natural citrine (3.5 mm), synthetic blue spinel (3.5 mm and 2.5 mm) and white cubic zirconia (2.75 mm) and one natural Ethiopian opal cabochon (3 mm).

The Taurus necklace is ready to ship and will arrive beautifully packed in a black box.

I am always open to suggestions; should you prefer to order a similar necklace set with other gemstones, please contact me and we'll discuss it.
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* A synthetic gem material is one that is made in a laboratory, but which shares virtually all chemical, optical, and physical characteristics of its natural mineral counterpart.

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Taurus mythology:

The constellation of Taurus is associated with Greek mythology. As with many Greek myths it revolves around the amorous attentions of the King of Gods Zeus. This time the focus of his affection was on the beautiful Europa, daughter of King Agenor.

In order to woo his victims Zeus would often turn to disguise and this story is no different. This time he would disguise himself as a beautiful bull and place himself amongst King Agenor’s herd. One day Europa spotted the bull and became mesmerised by its beauty, she approached it and climbed on its back. The bull headed towards the beach but then surprised Europa by leaping into the sea and taking her to the island of Crete. Once there the bull revealed himself as Zeus and proclaimed that she would become his mistress. Europa would eventually have three sons by Zeus, he would later commemorate his conquest by placing the bull in the night sky.

source: http://www.solarsystemquick.com/universe/taurus-constellation.htm