MATERIALS:
Sterling silver, Turquoise, and Coral.
MEASUREMENTS:
The necklace measures approximately 18-1/2" long. The pendant measures 1-3/4" long and 5/8" at the widest point.
DESCRIPTION:
Expect plenty of compliments while wearing this stunning bead necklace! This piece of Native American jewelry, crafted by Navajo artist Samuel Yellowhair, is hand strung out of genuine sterling silver, Turquoise, and Coral beads. The necklace consists of: 2-mm round silver beads, 6-mm Coral rondelle beads and 6-mm Turquoise round beads. Each end of the necklace is completed with a silver cone and bead for a perfect finish. The cones are stamped sterling. The pendant is stamped sterling and hallmarked by the artist.
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.
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.
