Amethyst Carved Ganesh Sterling Silver Pendant

Among the books, decks, and stones on 14th Street is this pendant: Amethyst Carved Ganesh Sterling Silver Pendant (shop SKU SBCARVP108).

Amethyst is the purple variety of quartz, colored by traces of iron. In crystal traditions, amethyst is associated with calm and intuition. Those ideas belong to folklore and personal practice, not to any medical claim. Ganesha is the Hindu deity traditionally honored as a remover of obstacles.

Sterling silver is 92.5% silver, often stamped .925; like all silver, it can tarnish over time and can be brightened with a soft polishing cloth. Amemthyst Carved Ganesh Sterling Silver Pendant. Store jewelry dry and away from lotions, perfume, and harsh cleaners to keep it looking its best.

• SKU: SBCARVP108

See it at Namaste Bookshop, 2 West 14th Street near Union Square in New York City, or order online.