Native American Genuine Turquoise Sterling Silver Bolo Tie.

This bolo tie is full of natural character. You'll definitely make a strong statement with this one on! This bolo tie features a large cabochon of genuine Turquoise. This Turquoise has an impressive look with its natural aqua-blue shades. The Turquoise stone has been set in a hand made Sterling Silver bezel and surrounded by Sterling Silver bead wire. The backing was made from nickel Silver. This Bolo Tie is approximately 1-3/4" wide and about 2-1/4" long. It comes with a 40" long leather bolo cord with Sterling Silver tips. Stamped "Handmade" and signed by the Navajo Indian jewelry artist.

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.

In Native American folklore it is said that there was once a chief with turquoise colored skin. One day he was running from his enemies in the hot desert. Whenever he stopped to rest, his perspiration ran onto the ground, collected in rocks and became turquoise.

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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