Variscite is a mineral commonly mined in the same regions as turquoise. Occasionally the two could be confused…variscite is often a more minty green or brighter green! I love gemmy green :) The Verde pendant features beautiful shades of green examples of these…it also includes a small aventurine set in the flower! This beauty is sterling silver, 2” long and 1” at widest point. It comes on a hefty 3mm thick 20” long black leather/sterling silver necklace.