Set with reconstituted turquoise and an artistic feather design, this Yin Yang pendant has a distinct Southwestern influence. Derived from Eastern philosophy and spirituality, the Yin Yang is a symbol of balance and harmony. The pendant measures 0.75 inches across.Β Β
- Feathery yin yang pendant
- Made of sterling silver with premium rhodium plating
- Measures 0.75 inches in diameter
- Sold as a pendant, chain is sold separately
Handcrafted: artistically created by hand where beauty and imperfections go together wonderfully. Please accept and appreciate minor imperfections and variations which are true characteristics of this craft.
About the Rhodium-Plated Sterling Silver: This exquisite piece is crafted from sterling silver, marked with a 925 stamp, and plated in rhodium. Rhodium is not only rare but also more valuable than gold, making it a highly sought-after metal. The rhodium plating not only boosts durability but also imparts a lustrous, oxidized finish, adding a touch of refined elegance.
design: A round sterling silver pendant divided like a yin yang, with one half cut into a slender feather silhouette and the other half filled by a smooth cabochon of turquoise, its blue-green surface veined with natural matrix.
size: 0.75 inches in diameter.
material: Sterling silver (925) with rhodium plating, set with reconstituted turquoise.
features: Feather cutout design, classic Yin Yang silhouette, rhodium-plated for a bright, tarnish-resistant finish, sturdy bail for easy chain pairing, chain sold separately
care: Wipe gently with a soft cloth after wear and store away from moisture, perfume, and other jewelry to keep the silver and turquoise looking their best.
disclaimer: This piece is handcrafted from reconstituted turquoise, so slight variations in color, veining, and finish are natural and make each pendant one of a kind.
Meaning & Intention
The Yin Yang is one of the oldest and most recognizable symbols of balance, born from Taoist philosophy to describe how opposing forces β light and dark, motion and stillness, giving and receiving β are never truly separate but curve into and complete one another. Rendered here in sterling silver and turquoise, that ancient idea takes on a distinctly Southwestern voice.
The feather half speaks to a different but complementary tradition. Across many Native American cultures, feathers are carried as symbols of spirit, freedom, and the connection between earth and sky, often marking honor, clarity of thought, or a message worth listening to. Paired with turquoise, long prized in Southwestern jewelry as a protective and grounding stone, the feather brings movement and breath to the pendant's stillness.
Together, the two halves suggest a wearable meditation: structure and softness, sky and stone, held in one continuous circle.
Worn close to the chest, this pendant becomes a quiet checkpoint in the day β a reminder to notice where you're pushing too hard or holding too still, and to look for the small correction back toward balance. It sits easily under a work blazer or over a favorite tee, equally at home in a meditation practice or simply as a piece you reach for on mornings when you want a little more steadiness.
Essence & Elements
- Ideal For: Those drawn to Southwestern style and symbols of balance
- Purpose: Everyday wear, meditation practice, yoga and mindfulness rituals, thoughtful gift for a turquoise lover
- Suggested Mantra: I hold balance within
- Intention: Balance, Harmony, Peace
- Chakra Connection: Throat Chakra
- Zodiac: Sagittarius
- Gemstone: Turquoise
- Metal: Rhodium-plated sterling silver
Turquoise has been treasured for centuries across Southwestern and Eastern traditions alike as a stone of protection and calm communication. It's often associated with the throat chakra, believed to support honest expression and a settled mind, while its sky-and-earth coloring has long made it a symbol of grounded, clear-eyed peace.
Questions & Guidance
Does this pendant come with a chain?
The pendant is sold on its own; the chain is available separately so you can choose the length and style you prefer.
What does the Yin Yang symbol represent?
The Yin Yang represents balance and harmony between opposing forces, showing how each side contains and completes the other.
Is the turquoise in this pendant natural?
It's set with reconstituted turquoise, made from genuine turquoise fragments bound together, which gives each stone its own natural color variation and veining.
How big is the pendant?
It measures 0.75 inches in diameter, a versatile size for everyday layering or wearing on its own.
How do I care for sterling silver and turquoise jewelry?
Keep it dry, wipe it gently with a soft cloth after wear, and store it separately from other jewelry to protect the rhodium finish and stone.
