Tonal Amber Heart Drop Y-Necklace in Sterling Silver. 18"

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."

SNAKE: A chain comprised of tightly linked wavy plates, resulting in a smooth, round look with a subtle zigzag pattern.

LOBSTER CLASP: named after the pinching style of the hook, this clasp is often shaped like a lobster's claw. Use your finger to work the lever to open the clasp.

AMBER: An organic gemstone formed from fossilized tree resin, amber delights with warm honey tones and natural fossil inclusions. Most of the gem quality amber used in pendants and fine jewelry comes from the Baltic region and dates back 35 to 40 million years.

HEART: A shape that takes the form of a heart symbol, with two curved sections at the top and a point at the bottom.

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

MARQUISE: An elliptical shape that comes to a point at the top and bottom. Sometimes referred to as a "navette."