Navajo Indian Genuine TURQUOISE Silver Native American Hair Barrette.

This Navajo Indian Jewelry Genuine Turquoise Silver Native American Hair Barrette is a gorgeous piece of hand made Native American hair jewelry. Turquoise jewelry is high in fashion now for its color and elegance. The center of this Navajo Indian Hair Barrette holds a hand cut cabochon of genuine Turquoise. This Turquoise has been set against the brilliance of shimmering Sterling Silver. This Sterling Silver Hair Barrette was hand cut and hand stamped with traditional southwestern designs. Turquoise and Silver, it's the perfect combination. This Turquoise Silver Hair Barrette is 1" wide and 3" long. Stamped Sterling.

Stones and design may slightly vary. You will be getting one from the group pictured below.

Despite being one of the oldest gems, probably first introduced to Europe (through Turkey) with other Silk Road novelties, turquoise did not become important as an ornamental stone in the West until the 14th century, following a decline in the Roman Catholic Church's influence which allowed the use of turquoise in secular jewelry. It was apparently unknown in India until the Muhgal period, and unknown in Japan until the 18th century. A common belief shared by many of these civilizations held that turquoise possessed certain prophylactic qualities; it was thought to change color with the wearer's health and protect him or her from untoward forces.

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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