Amathea Pin with Blue Chalcedony

I must be a mermaid, Rango. I have no fear of depths and a great fear of shallow living. ―Anaïs Nin Chalcedony was a significant part of ancient gemstone repertoire, playing an important role in Mesopotamian, Hittite, Egyptian and Greek civilizations. The Romans particularly prized Chalcedony, they used the gems as magic amulets. Continuously mined since Roman times, fine translucent Blue Chalcedony from Turkey remains highly regarded. These gemstones seem to glow mysteriously from within. 6mm blue chalcedony cabochon2-tone antique bronze & nickel finish1.75" tall (4.5cm)2 posts with locking pin backsPresented in a velvet-lined sliding gift box