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mona lisa
About this design:
There's something kinda Italian Renaissance about this piece, don't you think?
I sent a note to Lima asking if they could get more of these opals (I bought them a long time ago) but haven't had a response. They are so special!
Components:
Petrified green opal and copper rope/dot beads, both from Lima Beads. Copper S-clasp.Read the comments (or add your own)
Add your thoughts!
On Apr 03, 2010 at 1:58 pm #
NY Bella says:I love this! I love the copper accents with the green opal. Goes into my favs
On Apr 03, 2010 at 1:58 pm #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:What a beauty, Susan! I love these colors with the copper beads!
On Apr 03, 2010 at 1:59 pm #
grama rose aka stormy says:Love this Susan one of my favs!
On Apr 03, 2010 at 2:20 pm #
The Dud says:Bellissimo! This definitely has an Italian flare to it – it’s absolutely gorgeous.
On Apr 03, 2010 at 2:45 pm #
Wemai Coffee Chick says:Great design, Susan! I look forward to all your new design!:-)
On Apr 03, 2010 at 3:03 pm #
Vampire Chickie Ravin says:oooooo….greeeeen! my favorite! beautiful!!
On Apr 03, 2010 at 3:23 pm #
Goldie H says:This is fabulous!
On Apr 03, 2010 at 4:01 pm #
KittyMom Linda says:Susan, you struck gold with this one! I sure hope LB takes your request and runs with it. This is amazing.
On Apr 04, 2010 at 8:03 am #
Linda Talbott says:This is beautiful. I love the beads, and the sterling silver accents really help make the piece.
On Apr 04, 2010 at 10:35 am #
Harmony on Strings says:Lovely combo. I have a few of this stone left and would love to see more.
On Apr 07, 2010 at 6:41 am #
LeighAnn F says:Gorgeous! Love, love, love it! Fav! beautiful combination.
On Apr 10, 2010 at 4:56 pm #
Valentine Chick says:Wonderful!
On Apr 10, 2010 at 6:08 pm #
Faithful Chick aka Faith says:Beautiful! I too like these stones. You have done a wonderful job with them. I like this very much.
How long is it?