Native American Genuine Turquoise Teardrop Shaped Magnesite Necklace by the Begay Sisters.

This necklace is just full of natural character. This necklace was hand strung in our shop by Navajo Indian jewelry artists the Begay Sisters. This 3 strand necklace features gorgeous genuine turquoise nuggets separated with hand carved heishi beads. The total length of this turquoise necklace is 27" long. The Genuine turquoise nuggets measure 17mm by 11mm. The heishi beads are 3mm. Each end of this Navajo necklace is dressed with a Sterling Silver cone for a great high shine. An extension chain can be included with this item for $5.00 per inch. Let us know how long you'd like your extension chain in the 'comment box' as you check out. Turquoise slabs may vary slightly. You'll be getting one from the group.

Turquoise has been, since about 200 B.C., extensively used by southwestern U.S Native Americans and by many of the Indian tribes in Mexico. The Native American Jewelry or "Indian style" jewelry with turquoise mounted in or with silver is relatively new. Some believe this style of Jewelry was unknown prior to about 1880, when a white trader persuaded a Navajo craftsman to make turquoise and silver jewelry using coin silver. Prior to this time, the Native Americans had made solid turquoise beads, carvings, and inlaid mosaics. Recently, turquoise has found wide acceptance among people of all walks of life and from many different ethnic groups.

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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