Magnesite Bird Pendants. One Piece Per Order.

These pictures depict what a typical batch looks like. These pieces do vary from one to another, but these pictures are a good representation of the color and size variation. One piece per order.

These southwestern birds are made out of magnesite and are absolutely stunning. Each piece will vary from one to another because they are hand carved. One is enough to make a beautiful necklace, or use multiple pieces with spacers to make a statement piece. A great alternative for those desire the look of large turquoise pieces at a fraction of the cost.

Magnesite have been on the market for the past 20 years, and have become infamous for being sold as natural turquoise by internet sellers (even numerous boutique/stores) across the country. Natural magnesite range from white to light brown and some even has natural veins, so when dyed to different colors such as blue, it looks almost identical to turquoise. It is very abundant, meaning the raw material is very cheap. So understandably, it can get frustrating knowing that such cheap material is out there claiming to be the much more expensive turquoise. The truth is, magnesite is a natural stone that is stronger than turquoise and absorbs color beautifully without fading. Despite the negative reputation of magnesite, it truly is the perfect affordable alternative to turquoise. However, it is important to accurately represent any material for what it is and price them accordingly. This is why June Jewels will alway clearly state what the material is for any given listing.