Multi-Gemstone Sterling Silver Opera Necklace |
$350.00
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🌈 Every Month Has a Birthstone. This Necklace Has Six of Them.
January has garnet. February has amethyst. June has moonstone. August has peridot. November has citrine. December has blue topaz. And this necklace has all of them — plus labradorite — hand wire-wrapped stone by stone into a single 36-inch strand of pure, unapologetic color.
This is not a mass-produced piece. It was made by hand by Catherina Bishopp in the USA using the rosary-style wire-wrapping technique, where every stone — from the smallest garnet rondelle to the largest labradorite teardrop — is individually wrapped in fine sterling silver wire and linked loop to loop. There is no separate chain. The stones are the chain. And the result is a necklace that moves like water, sparkles like a prism, and wears like nothing else you own.
💎 THE SEVEN GEMSTONES
| Gemstone | Color | Shape & Size | Role in Design |
|---|---|---|---|
| London Blue Topaz | Medium vivid aqua-blue | Faceted briolette teardrop, 6–8mm | Large drop — primary accent stone |
| Peridot | Electric lime-apple green | Faceted briolette teardrop, 5–7mm | Large drop — vivid color contrast |
| Amethyst | Medium purple-lavender | Faceted briolette teardrop, 5–7mm | Large drop — rich jewel tone |
| Citrine | Warm amber-golden yellow | Faceted briolette teardrop, 5–7mm | Large drop — warm sunny accent |
| Labradorite | Smoky grey with iridescent flash | Faceted briolette teardrop, 6–9mm (LARGEST) | Large drop — mysterious focal stone |
| Moonstone | Milky white with adularescent glow | Faceted teardrop, 4–6mm | Large drop — luminous light stone |
| Garnet | Deep red to orange-red | Small faceted rondelle, 2–4mm | Spacer bead — warm rich accent |
Additional accent rondelles in pink, green, and teal tourmaline appear throughout, adding depth and organic variety to the palette.
✋ HOW IT'S MADE
Every stone in this necklace is individually hand wire-wrapped in fine .925 sterling silver wire using the traditional rosary-chain technique. Each faceted briolette teardrop is top-drilled and wrapped at its tip with a neat coil of sterling silver wire, then linked to the next stone via a formed loop — creating a continuous, flexible strand with no separate chain component whatsoever.
The result is a necklace of approximately 150–200 large gemstone drops and 400–600 small rondelle spacers — hand-worked, one stone at a time, from start to finish. This is the kind of craftsmanship that simply cannot be replicated by a machine.
🪷 TWO WAYS TO WEAR IT
Wear it long (36") — A sweeping opera-length drop over a simple white tee, open-collar blouse, or little black dress. The briolette drops catch the light and swing gently with every move — a quiet statement that draws every eye.
Wear it doubled (18") — Loop it twice for a lush two-strand layered look sitting at the collarbone and chest. The mix of colors reads as a garden of gemstones — effortlessly bohemian, unmistakably intentional.
Layer it — Its fine, fluid form pairs beautifully with shorter silver necklaces for an editorial stacked look.
🎁 THE PERFECT GIFT — FOR SIX BIRTHSTONE MONTHS
This necklace contains the birthstones for January, February, June, August, November, and December. Whether you're shopping for a milestone birthday, an anniversary, a graduation, or just because — there is almost certainly her birthstone somewhere in this strand. And if there isn't, the labradorite more than makes up for it.
Perfect for:
- January, February, June, August, November, or December birthdays
- The woman who loves color, gemstones, and artisan jewelry
- Brides and bridesmaids who want something bohemian and unforgettable
- Anniversary and milestone gifting — for the woman who has everything
- Boho, festival, resort, and free-spirit style lovers
- Anyone who values handmade American craftsmanship
Each necklace arrives ready to gift.
🛠️ CARE INSTRUCTIONS
Store flat or coiled gently in the provided pouch or a soft-lined jewelry box. Avoid prolonged exposure to water, perfume, lotions, and harsh chemicals to preserve the sterling silver wire finish. Polish gently with a dry silver polishing cloth. The sterling silver wire will develop a natural patina over time that many wearers find adds to the organic, artisan character of the piece