Native American TURQUOISE BONE Silver Turtle Totem NECKLACE 0357-FNK
This Native American Turquoise Bone Silver Turtle Totem Necklace is a great piece of hand made Navajo Indian jewelry. This turtle Totem necklace is a great way to achieve that earthy and exotic look. The Turtle is the Navajo Indian symbol for a long life. This fine piece of jewelry was hand strung in our shop by Native American bead artist Berlinda Begay. The Turtle Totems were each hand carved out of genuine Bone. Heishi beads of block Turquoise and cylindrical beads of genuine Black Coral provide an elegant and colorful touch. A shimmering cone of Sterling Silver dresses each end of this Navajo Necklace. The total length is 30-1/2". Stamped Sterling.In Indian 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. CERTIFIED AUTHENTIC | 