Wondrous amulet featuring twinkling spinels in warm 18kt gold, situated on Pippa's signature gold cord; handmade by the talented artisans of Turquoise Mountain Myanmar. Myanmar's spectacular Spinel, from a family-run mine in Mogok in the north of the country, hand-cut by the team at Turquoise Mountain in Yangon. The name spinel comes from the Greek word for spark, and is believed to bring good energy and repel negative thoughts for its wearer. Drawing on ancient Burmese symbols, Buddhist iconography, and the natural world of this beautiful South East Asian country for inspiration, Pippa has been working with Turquoise Mountain Myanmar for years. Each piece is handmade in Myanmar by artisans trained in traditional goldsmith techniques. Providing meaningful livelihood skills and much needed employment in one of Asia's poorest countries. Scroll down to meet the maker…