MATERIALS:
Sterling silver, real Turquoise and Coral.
MEASUREMENTS:
Hair barrette measures approximately 1/2" long and 3" at widest point.
DESCRIPTION:
This gorgeous hair barrette is absolutely distinctive in each and every way! This piece of Native American jewelry is Navajo hand crafted by artist Joleen Yazzie, out of authentic sterling silver and real Turquoise and Coral stone. The piece features real Turquoise and Coral inlay with imprited designs for a phenomenal finish. For extra strength and durability certain parts of the hair barrette are made out of nickel! This piece is stamped sterling and hallmarked.
Corals are known to be very soothing and very protective. Coral is of an organic origin; it is the skeletal remains of marine animals called Coral Polyps. Colonies of these tiny creatures build branching structures as they grow, gradually forming reefs and atolls.
Turquoise is the birthstone of December. It is believed that turquoise tends to bring good fortune, strength and helps overcome illness. Turquoise got its name from the Levantine traders called Turks who brought the stone to Europe from Persia via Turkey centuries ago. Native Americans have prized turquoise since the time of the Aztecs, who mined it in New Mexico. The natural variations that occur in turquoise are part of its appeal and beauty.
