• Charoite Pendant – Sterling Silver, 37×19mm, Chara River Russia
  • Charoite Pendant – Sterling Silver, 37×19mm, Chara River Russia
  • Charoite Pendant – Sterling Silver, 37×19mm, Chara River Russia
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Charoite Pendant – Sterling Silver, 37×19mm, Chara River Russia

Charoite Pendant – Sterling Silver, 37×19mm, Chara River Russia

$480.00 AUD
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This charoite pendant takes a simpler approach than an open-frame setting — a plain sterling silver bezel wraps closely around an elongated teardrop cabochon, letting the stone itself carry the piece. The charoite inside shows the mineral's characteristic swirling texture, violet-purple fibres shifting in tone across the surface with a soft, silky lustre. The teardrop shape elongates the pendant vertically, and it hangs from a fine silver chain that keeps the focus on the stone. A quiet, wearable piece for someone who wants genuine Siberian charoite without an elaborate setting.

About Charoite

Charoite is a rare silicate mineral found in only one place on Earth — a small deposit along the Chara River in the Sakha Republic (Yakutia), Siberia, Russia. Its signature look comes from a dense, fibrous structure that catches the light in swirling bands, producing a silky, almost chatoyant lustre across the stone's surface. Colour ranges from soft lilac through to deep violet-purple, often threaded with dark veins of aegirine or paler patches of feldspar. Because the fibrous pattern forms naturally and randomly, no two pieces of charoite look alike.

Specifications

  • Stone: Charoite
  • Dimensions: 37 × 19mm
  • Colour: Violet-purple with fibrous swirl pattern
  • Setting: Sterling silver bezel, teardrop pendant
  • Chain: Sterling silver
  • Origin: Chara River, Siberia, Russia
  • Availability: One-of-a-kind — 1 piece available

Caring for Your Charoite

Charoite sits at around 5 to 6 on the Mohs hardness scale — softer than quartz and considerably softer than sapphire or diamond, so it's best treated as a stone for occasional wear rather than daily knocks. Clean gently with a soft, dry or barely damp cloth; avoid ultrasonic and steam cleaners, harsh chemicals, and extended soaking in water. Store it separately from harder stones that could scratch its surface.

Provenance

Hand-selected by Joseph Bernecki and set in his Sydney workshop. Meet him any weekend at The Rocks Market, stall under the bridge, Sydney. Read Joseph's story →

Common Questions

What causes charoite's swirling pattern?
Charoite forms as a dense mass of fine interlocking fibres rather than a single crystal, and that fibrous structure is what creates the swirling, silky-looking bands you see across the stone. The colour and pattern are entirely natural — no two pieces of charoite are ever quite the same.
Is the chain sterling silver?
Yes — the pendant setting and the chain are both sterling silver.
Is this a natural charoite?
Yes — a genuine, natural charoite cabochon, cut and polished from stone sourced from the Chara River region of Siberia, Russia, the only place in the world charoite is found. Not synthetic, not a simulant.
Certification, shipping, returns?
Every piece is backed by Joseph's personal guarantee, ships fully insured within Australia, and can be returned within 14 days. See Buying an Opal for the full breakdown.
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