A Native American Shell Heishi and Turquoise Necklace
A Native American single-strand necklace composed of disc-shaped shell heishi beads centering a natural turquoise nugget bead. The turquoise element is flanked by small spherical metal spacer beads, while the terminals feature elongated fluted or melon-form silver-toned beads leading to a threaded barrel clasp. Typical of Southwestern Pueblo craftsmanship, notably Santo Domingo style, the necklace exhibits natural gradations in the creamy shell discs complemented by the rich matrix and blue-green hues of the central stone.Length: 12.5 inches.
Condition
Overall good vintage condition with minor surface wear consistent with age and gentle use. Natural matrix and minor irregularities inherent to the turquoise and hand-cut shell beads. Moderate tarnish and patina to the silver-toned metal components.
A Native American single-strand necklace composed of disc-shaped shell heishi beads centering a natural turquoise nugget bead. The turquoise element is flanked by small spherical metal spacer beads, while the terminals feature elongated fluted or melon-form silver-toned beads leading to a threaded barrel clasp. Typical of Southwestern Pueblo craftsmanship, notably Santo Domingo style, the necklace exhibits natural gradations in the creamy shell discs complemented by the rich matrix and blue-green hues of the central stone.Length: 12.5 inches.
Condition
Overall good vintage condition with minor surface wear consistent with age and gentle use. Natural matrix and minor irregularities inherent to the turquoise and hand-cut shell beads. Moderate tarnish and patina to the silver-toned metal components.
