Native American Inlaid Turquoise Sterling Silver Necklace 3035-NK
Native American Inlaid Turquoise Sterling Silver Necklace.
This necklace is a real beauty. This one was made in our shop by master Navajo Indian silversmith Jimmy Emerson. This necklace was hand made out of shimmering Sterling Silver. It prominently features traditional inlaid designs made from hand cut stones of genuine Turquoise. Hand twisted Sterling Silver wires have been included for extra detail. It has a box link chain for complete flexibility. The total length of this necklace is 18".
Turquoise is a valuable 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. Its history also includes beautiful ornamental creations by Native Americans and Persians. Its popularity is still quite strong today. Although crystals of any size are rare, some small crystals have been found in Virginia and elsewhere. Most specimens are crypto crystalline, meaning that the crystals could only be seen by a microscope. 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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