C W Sellors Sterling Silver Amber Tortoise Necklace, P3362. This pendant features a tortoise with detailed silver work on the limbs, head and a  body beautifully handcrafted, cut out to reveal a Baltic Amber gemstone. Sold complete with an 18 inch sterling silver chain that fastens with a classic bolt ring style clasp and passes through a bale on the reverse of the pendant. Dimensions: 32mm x 26mm.  The natural beauty of Baltic Amber has made it a highly prized gemstone for thousands of years. Made from fossilised resin excreted from prehistoric trees, its unusual markings and warm, vibrant colours have continually captivated its wearers so that even today, amber jewellery is a coveted gemstone, escalating in popularity. All articles purchased from C W Sellors are lovingly and securely dispatched with our elegant jewellery packaging. Matching items are available within this collection.