Amazonite Crab Pendant with .25 ct. t.w. Blue Topaz and CZ Accents in Sterling Silver

STERLING SILVER: Also known as "Standard Silver," sterling silver is silver alloyed with other metals to increase the hardness and durability. Generally, sterling is 92.5% silver and 7.5% other metals. Some sterling silver jewelry is plated with 14kt-18kt gold and referred to as "vermeil," or "gold over sterling."

FIXED: A bale that is worked into the actual design of a pendant. Typically seen in slide pendants.

AMAZONITE: Sometimes confused with jade, amazonite is most often cut into cabochons or beads and polished for a radiant shine. This pale, blue-green gemstone sometimes contains gray or white markings which add to the stone's natural allure.

CABOCHON: A style of cutting gemstones to achieve a smooth, domed surface with an absence of facets.

TOPAZ: Available in a stunning selection of shades, the topaz's sky blue hue is one of the most popular colors for jewelry designs. Once thought to offer protection, today topaz is favored for its durability and affordability. Yellow topaz is the birthstone for November while blue topaz is for December.

CUBIC ZIRCONIA: once called the poor cousin to the diamond, CZs have since become a fashion statement in their own right. Perfect for travel and a little extra bling, CZ Jewelry is one of man's flawless creations.