Purpurite Pendant Necklace

Deep, earthy and quietly unusual, this natural purpurite pendant has rich dark plum tones with subtle flashes of violet, bronze and charcoal that reveal themselves as the light moves across the stone.

The polished square gemstone has been individually wrapped by hand in silver jewellery wire, keeping the setting deliberately minimal so that the natural character of the Purpurite remains the focus.
Purpurite is a relatively uncommon manganese phosphate mineral, named for the very dark purple colouring for which it is known. Unlike highly uniform commercial gemstones, its appeal lies in its wonderfully earthy variation — from deep violet and burgundy through brown, bronze and almost black like in this instance.
In crystal traditions, Purpurite is associated with confidence, independence and personal transformation, and is often linked with breaking through self-imposed limitations and finding the courage to follow your own path.
Finished on a delicate silver-tone satellite chain, this is an understated statement piece with a distinctly organic feel.

Details:
Natural polished Purpurite gemstone • hand wire-wrapped • silver jewellery wire • satellite-style chain • one of a kind • handmade in Ireland
As a natural mineral, variations in colour, markings and inclusions are part of the individual character of the stone.