Five Strand Native American Coral Bead Silver Choker Necklace 0654-BNK
Five Strand Native American Coral Bead Silver Choker Necklace.
This necklace is gorgeous and just full of natural beauty. This fine piece of Navajo Indian jewelry features five hand strung strands of genuine Coral beads. These strands feature two kinds of Coral: Bamboo Coral and Angelskin Coral. These Coral beads have been strung back-to-back for the pure look of Coral. Each end is dressed with a Sterling Silver Cone. Strung in our shop. The length of this choker necklace is 18", and it has an extra 3-1/4" long extension chain.
There are four types of precious coral in Hawaii: black coral (Antipathidae), gold coral (Parazoanthidae), red or pink coral (Corallidae) and bamboo coral. Each of these has a different internal composition. Red and pink corals produce a calcite skeleton similar in hardness to ivory and pearls. Bamboo corals, on the other hand, produce a skeleton composed partially of calcite and partially of protein that is similar to the keratin in your fingernails. These alternating bands of material resemble a bamboo stalk; thus the corals' name. In Hawaii, black corals are found in 100-300 ft. of water, shallow enough to harvest using scuba equipment. Many harvesters, however, have died in pursuit of coral trees at the deep end of this range. Red, gold and bamboo coral are found between 1,000 and 1,500 ft; so harvesting is conducted with remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) or submarines.
We understand the true value and nature of hand crafted Indian art. And, we recognize it's important to know that the artist is truly a member of a Native American tribe. So, to ensure you that this is the real deal, a Certificate of Authenticity has been included with this item.
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