Native American Genuine Turquoise Cluster Sterling Silver Hair Barrette by Williams 3830-JA
Native American Genuine Turquoise Cluster Sterling Silver Hair Barrette by Williams.
A classic example of the traditional beauty of Turquoise and Silver. This is a highly fashionable work of handmade Native American jewelry. This hair barrette features a traditional cluster design made from hand-cut cabochons of genuine Turquoise set in the brilliance of Sterling Silver. Hand twisted Sterling Silver wire and hand-made dots adorn the barrette with extra shine. This Hair Barrette is 1-7/8" wide by 3" long and has a 4" Sterling swizzle pin. Stamped Sterling and signed by the Navajo jeweler Julia Williams. Color and matrix of the Turquoise may vary slightly, you will be getting one from the group pictured below.
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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