Protection Turquoise Sleeping Beauty Navajo Post Sterling Earrings Turquoise has been used for centuries by many cultures for protection. In the Southwest, it is a protector stone representing the color of our heavens. It is also part of the Throat Chakra and thus helps with all forms of communication. Thus, you speak the truth. It is used to help the overall well being of wearer. Dimensions: 5/8" long, 5/8" wide. Depth varies between 3.5 and 4mm. Stamped "Sterling" Everything (Front,Back and post) are solid Sterling Silver. Silver is considered the Moon or Yin energy. Each earrings is fairly light as they weigh only 1.7 grams each. Yet, they are solid. The stones are well set. The setting is well finished and highly polished.