The Eagle, a symbol of patriotism to America, is a majestic bird and also on the endangered species list. A digitized photo of the Eagle's profile covers a cameostone, glazed to have an opal, ivory sheen, which glows up through the translucent image giving an almost holographic effect. Colors turn metallic when the piece is tilted in refracted light.

You have many option choices with this Necklace Pendant. Chose a setting in Antiqued silver (as shown) or an antiqued gold frame both with a four prong, rope design and holding a 30mm X 40mm cabochon. Measures 1 1/2" wide by 2 " high. Included are bail and necklace chain. Choose 24" ball chain (as seen in sample) or 24" cable chain with lobster claw fastener. Metals in frame and chain are silver or gold plated brass.

• The bald eagle is a symbol of strength, independence & dignity. As a tribute to the eagle it became the national bird of the United States in 1782.
• In 1978 the bald eagle was placed on the endangered species list, but it's numbers have increased significantly in recent years, and in 1995 the bald eagle was upgraded to threatened status.
• Bald Eagle wing span is about 6'.
• They weight between 8-14 lbs.
• Bald eagles may live 30 years or more in the wild and even longer in captivity.
• They can fly with 8 lbs. of food.
• Eagles have extremely good eyesight that helps them see up to 1 1/2miles away. (Thus the term eagles eye)
• They can dive at 100 miles per hour to catch prey.
• Bald eagles reach sexual maturity at 5 or 6 years of age and then form a pair bond and mate for life.