This green aventurine necklace measures approximately 17.25 inches long. It is made of 4mm green aventurine beads and pewter spacers with a pewter pear charm in the center, pewter pear earrings to match, and a pewter pear toggle clasp. The pewter pear earrings hang approximately 1 inch long. Aventurine is said to calm the mind, reduce stress, and relieve anxiety and fear. It is believed to enhance leadership and decision making, increase self-confidence, foster creativity, and bring about prosperity. It is even said to bring gamblers good luck. Aventurine is one of the birthstones for the month of August, and it is associated with the Zodiac signs of Aries, Leo, Libra and Taurus. It is given as a gift for the 8th wedding anniversary.