Large Native American Turquoise Coral Spiny Oyster Gaspeite Sterling Silver Pendant & Beaded Necklace.

This stunning pendant is a true work of wearable art. It prominently features a variety of cabochons hand cut from genuine Turquoise, Coral, Spiny Oyster, and Gaspeite. This sensational pendant was hand cut out of shimmering Sterling Silver and provides an attractive high shine frame for this amazing collection of high grade stones. The large center Turquoise stone is full of swirling color and comes alive next to the brilliant reds and oranges of the coral and spiny oyster. Sterling Silver drops and hand twisted Sterling wire fit between the stones for extra detail. Signed by the Navajo jeweler R BRD and stamped Sterling. Including the large 3/4" bail, this pendant is 4-3/8" long and 2" wide.This piece comes with a 21" three strand necklace hand strung with another bedazzling array of beads made from Turquoise, Coral, Onyx, Lapis, Rose Quartz and more. The necklace is finished on both ends with Sterling Silver bench beads and Sterling hooks and eyes. You will be getting one from the group of brilliant necklaces pictured below. The design is the same but the combination of stones and colors vary slightly.

Turquoise is a highly sought-after mineral and is possibly the most valuable, non-transparent mineral in the jewelry trade. It has been mined for eons since at least 6000 BC by early Egyptians. Aztecs reserved turquoise for the gods and it was not to be worn by mere mortals. Its history also includes beautiful ornamental creations by Native Americans and Persians. Today, it is more popular than ever and its use around the world is prolific. The finest turquoise comes from Iran but is challenged by some southwestern United States specimens. The name comes from a French word, which means stone of Turkey, from where Persian material passed on its way to Europe.

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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