This is an artisanal choker style necklace strung with 100% hemp cotton string. Strung onto this necklace is handmade hand-pressed antique African sliced bauxite stone beading with a unique Nevada oval turquoise pendant. With that there are some beautiful antique African brass disc spacer beads layered throughout. The bauxite is organically polished, the turquoise a perfect ocean blue, and brass that shines like gold. This statement necklace can be worn alone, or layered with other "chunky" jewelry, or long chain necklaces. This will liven up any minimal outfit, or add some ethnic glamour to any dress, you can wear this choker necklace with anything, you'll simply fall in love! _______________________________________ All measurements taken while necklace lay flat: ~10" HANG (with pendant) ~22"- 23.5" LENGTH (unhooked) ~1.75" LENGTH (pendant) ~.75" DIAMETER (largest bead) ~4 OZ. *Measurements are not precise, and are rounded* *This is a necklace is strung onto black hemp cotton string* *This is a hook into jump ring closure* *There are a total of 3 jump ring closures* (see photos) *Custom sizing available upon request* There are no major cracks, chips, or fray. This piece is in EXCELLENT antique condition.