Path Less Taken is a 3 strand statement piece! This necklace has round smooth and faceted Turquoise along with faceted rondelles and an amazing Turquoise drop. That drop is the inspiration for the title and the entire design! I also used faceted Brandy Citrine rondelles that pick up the color of the "paths" in the Turquoise drop. There are Delica Glass spacer beads and a Silver filled round toggle clasp too.

The shortest strand is 16 inches long and the longest one is 19 3/4 inches long without the drop. The Turquoise drop is 1 1/4 inches wide and 2 inches long. These beads are simply stunning!

Citrine is sometimes used as a substitute for Topaz as the November birthstone and Turquoise is December's birthstone.

I often refer back to charmsoflight.com to learn more about the potential healing properties of gemstones. She says, "Citrine energises every level of life. It cleanses the chakras and opens the intuition. Citrine attracts wealth, prosperity and success. It imparts joy, wonder, delight and enthusiasm. Raises self-esteem and self-confidence. Stimulates the brain, strengthening the intellect. Citrine promotes motivation, activates creativity and encourages self-expression. Enhances concentration and revitalizes the mind. It releases negative traits, depression, fears and phobias. Emotionally balancing.

Energising and recharging, Citrine also reverses degenerative disease and helps balance chemical imbalances in the body. Beneficial in the treatment of diabetes, it stimulates digestion, the spleen and pancreas. Negates kidney and bladder infections. Citrine helps eye problems, increases blood circulation, detoxifies the blood, activates the thymus and balances the thyroid. Relieves constipation and removes cellulite."

When I had my art galleries, we would keep a piece of Citrine in our cash register to help bring in prosperity!

She also states, "Turquoise is a purification stone. It dispels negative energy and can be worn to protect against outside influences or pollutants in the atmosphere. Turquoise balances and aligns all the chakras, stabilizing mood swings and instilling inner calm. It is excellent for depression and exhaustion, it also has the power to prevent panic attacks. Turquoise promotes self-realization and assists creative problem solving. It is a symbol of friendship, and stimulates romantic love.

Turquoise aids in the absorption of nutrients, enhances the immune system, stimulates the regeneration of tissue, and heals the whole body. It contains anti-inflammatory and detoxifying effects, and alleviates cramps and pain. Turquoise purifies lungs, soothes and clears sore throats, and heals the eyes, including cataracts. It neutralizes over-acidity, benefits rheumatism, gout, stomach problems, and viral infections."

Some say the those who wear Turquoise bring in the "Wisdom of the Ancient Ones"! I think we can all use more wisdom!!