This necklace features a stunning mix of gemstones which represent the Progress Pride Flag!  This item is available for pre-order and will ship out by Friday, June 27th.  

If you need a custom length or a different size clasp, please include that in the notes at check out, I’m happy to do those customizations! 

The Progress Pride Flag was developed in 2018 by non-binary artist Daniel Quasar (xe/xyr), redesigning the iconic rainbow flag of 1978 to include and celebrate the identities of people of color and the transgender and gender non-conforming communities.  It calls attention to the diversity of the LGBTQIA+ community and for a more inclusive society.

This Progressive Rainbow Pride bracelet features Herkimer diamond, pink tourmaline, turquoise, smokey quartz, black spinel, ruby, garnet, carnelian, citrine, yellow rutilated quartz, peridot, emerald, lapis, and amethyst.  The stones are mixed with handmade Thai silver beads and sterling silver findings.  Read more about the stone meanings below.

Necklace measures 19" long, is strung on a sturdy flexible wire, and is finished with an 11mm swivel lobster claw clasp.

Herkimer diamonds can be an energizing stone that aids in creativity and attuning to ones highest self and is said to help recall and understand our dreams.

Tourmaline comes in many colors and is considered a cleansing stone which can transform dense energy into a lighter vibration.  It is believed that tourmaline can help one develop a deeper understanding of themselves and others.

Turquoise has traditionally been thought of as a stone to unite earth and sky.  It is considered a strengthening stone while also instilling inner calm and enhancing intuition. I use turquoise that is hand carved in Afghanistan with bold cuts and a matte finish as well as more highly polished stones hand cut in China and India.

Smokey quartz is said to be a grounding and anchoring stone that is connected to earth energy.

Spinel can range in color, here I’ve used black spinel, which is believed to be connected with energy renewal and rejuvenation.

Ruby is believed to be a stone of passion and protection.  It has strong associations with the heart and love, especially with encouraging healing from loss and rebuilding trust in loving relationship.  Ruby gets its name from the Latin word ruber, meaning “red” a nod to it’s deep red color.  Ruby is the birthstone of July.

Garnet has long been used as a protective talisman and is believed to be a powerful stone that helps revitalize, purify and balance energy.  Connected to creativity and love, garnet is said to open the heart and bestow self-confidence.

Carnelian ranges from a more transparent light orange to rich dark opaque rust color.  Mirroring the colors of the rising and setting sun, carnelian is believed to symbolize warmth, joy and bold energy.

Citrine is considered a powerful cleansing stone, carrying the power of the sun, it is said to be a stone of abundance.

Rutilated Quartz comes in many different hues depending on the fine threads known as rutiles, ranging from yellow, rust, green, and black.  Rutilated quartz offers a story of how flaws transform into depth and beauty.  Believed to be an energizing and harmonizing stone, rutilated quartz is said to be an illuminator of the soul.

Peridot is believed to be a powerful cleansing stone, aiding in the release of outside influences, and helping to clear burdens and guilt.

Emerald is considered a stone of inspiration, a life affirming stone with great integrity. It is believed that emerald enhances unity, unconditional love, and promotes friendship.

Lapis Lazuli is believed to bond relationships of love and friendship, encourage creativity, release stress and bring deep inner peace.  Its deep blue color can often have shimmering specs of pyrite that formed within the stone.  I use lapis that is hand carved in Afghanistan with bold cuts and a matte finish as well as more highly faceted and polished stones hand cut in India.

Amethyst is considered a highly protective and powerful stone with a high spiritual vibration.  Amethyst is often linked with the third eye or 6^th charka and is believed to bring calm to the wearer and opens the door to new understanding and wisdom.  Amethyst is the birthstone of February.