Santo Domingo (Kewa) Contemporary Spiny Oyster Circle Earrings by Joe Calabaza

Description Traditional handmade Native American Indian Jewelry from Indigenous Pueblos of the Southwest. Guaranteed authentic. Excellent condition. Experience a bold pop of Southwestern color with these handcrafted mosaic inlay earrings by Kewa artisan Joe Calabaza. These striking circular drops feature a radiant mosaic of natural spiny oyster shell, showcasing a range of fiery orange and deep red hues. The shell is meticulously paired with sleek black jet and vibrant turquoise accents, all hand-cut and polished to a seamless, glass-like finish. Suspended from high-quality sterling silver French hooks, these earrings offer a modern, geometric silhouette that remains lightweight and comfortable for all-day wear. The Santo Domingo Pueblo (Kewa) has a legendary history of lapidary work, with techniques passed down through generations for over a thousand years. Joe Calabaza continues this prestigious legacy by masterfully combining traditional materials—like the spiny oyster shell historically prized by Pueblo traders—with a clean, contemporary aesthetic. Each stone is shaped by hand to fit precisely against the next, creating a durable and vivid mosaic. By owning a piece from a renowned maker like Calabaza, you are participating in the living history of the Rio Grande Pueblos and supporting the continued mastery of Indigenous stone-cutting.