Navajo Indian Jewelry Turquoise Nugget Heishi Bead Silver Necklace.

This Navajo Indian Jewelry Turquoise Nugget Heishi Bead Silver Necklace is full of natural beauty. Turquoise jewelry is hot this season. This Navajo Indian Necklace has been hand strung with gorgeous sky blue and blue green nuggets of genuine Turquoise. The Turquoise nuggets have been hand strung along side heishi beads of genuine Penn Shell. The natural earth tone shades of the Penn Shell Heishi finely compliment the cool hues of the Turquoise. Native American jewelry artists often use Turquoise in their work to honor the Father Sky. This hand made piece of American Indian Turquoise jewelry is 28-1/4" long. Turquoise nuggets may slightly vary. You'll be getting one from this group of beautiful one of a kind Turquoise necklaces.

The Navajo believe turquoise is a piece of the sky that has fallen to earth, and it is used as an offering to appease the wind. The Apache think it combines the spirits of the sea and sky to help warriors and hunters aim accurately. For the Apache, turquoise is associated with the bringing of rain and could always be found at the end of a rainbow. The Zuni believe that turquoise protects them from demons, while the Aztecs reserved turquoise for the gods and it was not to be worn by mere mortals. It is alleged that the wearer of this stone is able to develop friendships. It would help a person feel intuitively the difference between good and evil. Turquoise would protect against accidents and various dangers. The blue in turquoise symbolized the Heavens and green symbolized the Earth. The stones were used by medicine men to work charms. Native Americans Called turquoise "Chal-cui-hui-tal", meaning "the highest and most valued thing in the world". December has two birthstones, turquoise and zircon. Turquoise is considered by some to be a symbol of good fortune and Success, believed to bring prosperity to its wearer.

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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