{"product_id":"australian-opal-heishi-candy-necklace-14k-gold","title":"Australian Opal Heishi Candy Necklace in 14K Gold","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Australian Opal Heishi Candy Necklace in 14K Gold is a slim strand of pure color. Thin, disc-shaped heishi beads of genuine \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coralstrands.com\/collections\/australian-opal-jewelry\"\u003eAustralian opal\u003c\/a\u003e flash deep blue, green, and fiery red as you move. They're \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coralstrands.com\/blogs\/candy-gram\/mastering-the-art-of-silk-knotted-gemstone-necklace\"\u003ehand-knotted on lavender silk\u003c\/a\u003e we custom dye in our Key West studio and finished with an \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coralstrands.com\/blogs\/candy-gram\/why-ethically-sourced-gold-matters-for-your-jewelry\"\u003eethically sourced\u003c\/a\u003e solid 14K yellow gold lobster clasp and our 14K gold quality tag.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt 17.75 inches, it sits right at the collarbone. It's one of a kind, so the strand pictured is the one you'll receive.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat Are Heishi Beads?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eHeishi beads are thin, flat discs. Strung together, they create a smooth, almost continuous line of color, more delicate than round beads. Cut from Australian opal, every heishi bead shows its own flash of fire, so the whole strand shimmers with changing color.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Fire of Australian Opal\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAustralia produces most of the world's precious opal, prized for its play of color: the shifting rainbow flashes that move across the stone as light hits it. In this necklace, you'll see deep blues and greens with sparks of fiery red. Learn more in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coralstrands.com\/blogs\/candy-gram\/australian-opal-guide\"\u003eAustralian opal guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eA Dainty Luxury Candy Necklace\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is part of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coralstrands.com\/collections\/beaded-candy-necklaces\"\u003ecandy necklace\u003c\/a\u003e collection, gemstone necklaces inspired by childhood candy necklaces and made with real stones, silk, and gold. The slim heishi cut makes it dainty enough for every day, while the opal and solid gold make it a true fine jewelry piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGemstones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heishi-cut Australian opal with play of color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-knotted on custom-dyed lavender silk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClasp:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid 14K yellow gold lobster clasp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTag:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14K gold Coral Strands quality tag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 17.75 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne of a kind:\u003c\/strong\u003e only one available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShips free:\u003c\/strong\u003e on jewelry orders of $150 or more, same day for orders placed by 4PM ET, Monday through Friday\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Wear an Opal Heishi Necklace\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOn Its Own\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts slim profile makes it easy to wear every day with a white tee, linen, or a silk blouse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLayered\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's thin enough to layer under bolder strands. Compare it with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coralstrands.com\/products\/australian-opal-beaded-candy-necklace-14k-gold\"\u003eAustralian Opal Beaded Candy Necklace in 14K Gold\u003c\/a\u003e, a heavier round-bead strand, or stack it with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coralstrands.com\/products\/green-opal-beaded-candy-necklace\"\u003eGreen Opal Beaded Candy Necklace\u003c\/a\u003e for an opal color story.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eShop More Opal\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrowse all our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coralstrands.com\/collections\/australian-opal-necklaces\"\u003eAustralian opal necklaces\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAn October Birthstone Gift\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coralstrands.com\/collections\/october-birthstone-jewelry-opal\"\u003eOpal is the October birthstone\u003c\/a\u003e, a symbol of hope and creativity. This necklace is an heirloom-worthy gift for:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOctober birthdays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMother's Day and Valentine's Day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMilestone birthdays and anniversaries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTreating yourself\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Shop Coral Strands\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine Australian opal:\u003c\/strong\u003e with real play of color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolid 14K gold:\u003c\/strong\u003e clasp and quality tag, not plated or filled.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand-knotted in Key West:\u003c\/strong\u003e the silk is dyed, and every bead is knotted, by hand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA real studio:\u003c\/strong\u003e we ship from our studio in Key West's historic Ferdinand Hirsch Cigar Factory.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReal people:\u003c\/strong\u003e text us at (305) 767-3185 with any question and you'll reach a real person.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBefore You Buy\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill mine look like the photos?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. It's one of a kind, so the necklace pictured is the one you'll receive.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the clasp solid gold?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. The lobster clasp is solid 14K yellow gold.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs opal delicate?\u003c\/strong\u003e Opal is softer than many gemstones, so treat it gently. With basic care, it lasts for generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat are heishi beads?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHeishi beads are thin, flat, disc-shaped beads. Strung together, they form a smooth, continuous line of color.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is play of color in opal?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlay of color is the shifting rainbow flash in precious opal, caused by tiny silica spheres inside the stone that bend light into different colors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow is this different from your Australian opal beaded necklace?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis necklace uses thin heishi-cut opal for a slim, dainty strand. Our Australian Opal Beaded Candy Necklace uses round opal beads for a fuller, heavier look.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs opal the October birthstone?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Opal is the October birthstone, symbolizing hope and creativity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow long is this necklace?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis necklace is 17.75 inches long and sits at the collarbone on most women.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do you care for an opal necklace?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep it away from water, perfume, and lotion, and avoid extreme heat. Store it flat and wipe it gently with a soft cloth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSlim, fiery, and knotted by hand.\u003c\/strong\u003e Add the Australian Opal Heishi Candy Necklace in 14K Gold to your collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrders placed by 4PM ET, M-F, ship same day from our studio in Key West's historic Ferdinand Hirsch Cigar Factory. Have a question? 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