This stunning sky blue gemstone is Larimar, a rare blue variety of gem pectolite from the the Dominican Republic, in the Caribbean.

In 1974, Dominican Miguel Méndez and Norman Rilling, a Peace Corps volunteer from the US, found larimar stones scattered on a beach along the coast of Barahona. These pieces were dragged into the ocean by the Bahoruco River. They named the stone “Lari-mar” after Mendez’s daughter Larissa, and the Spanish word Mar, for sea.

Unfortunately, the extents of the deposits of Larimar have not yet been fully determined and for this reason, the current supply could become exhausted at any time. The intrinsic beauty and mystery of this semi-precious gemstones transcend its material value.

Just as the blue of the ocean is often used to symbolise tranquillity, many believe that Larimar brings peace and serenity to those who own it. Larimar guards within itself the essence of air and water. The water, linked with birth, fertility, cleansing and heart's emotion; and the air that represents the mind’ s power, communication, and new life.

Stone:  Natural Larimar. 
Material: 925 Solid Silver.
Approximate Stone Size: 12mm x 12mm.

Beautiful Gemstones Designed by Nature

The Henryka Designer Gemstones Collection is a celebration of completely natural and beautifully rare gemstones from across the world.

Each gemstone is carefully hand-chosen by us for its natural and un-treated colours and patterns. We look for vibrant gemstones we know you will love, as well as rare gemstones you may have never even heard of from all corners of the earth.

Instead of seeking perfection, we choose gemstones based on the natural quirks and inclusions that make them entirely unique. This means incredible stripes, bold spots, wave-like ripples and swirls that give each gemstone its own unique fingerprint.

These characterful gemstones are then cut, polished and set BY HAND into silver jewellery designs, from statement necklaces to rings, earrings and bracelets. When wearing a piece of Henryka Designer Gemstone jewellery, you can be assured that no one will ever be wearing the same piece. It is individual to you.