Navajo Sterling Silver Necklace with 16 Turquoise Stones

Description Traditional handmade Native American Indian Jewelry from Indigenous Pueblos of the Southwest. Guaranteed authentic. Excellent condition. Presenting a beautiful harmony of color and craft, this handcrafted Diné (Navajo) sterling silver necklace features sixteen carefully matched natural turquoise stones. Each vibrant blue-green gem is secured in a classic sawtooth bezel and organized in a rhythmic, repeating link design that drapes elegantly along the collarbone. The silverwork is adorned with traditional accents, including delicate twisted wire rope borders and smooth silver raindrops, which provide a timeless Southwestern frame for the stones. Finished with a sturdy silver chain and a reliable closure, this necklace offers a sophisticated, balanced silhouette that is perfect for both layering and standalone wear. The use of sixteen stones in a single “row” or link necklace is a classic design choice that highlights the artisan’s skill in both lapidary work and silver fabrication. In Navajo culture, turquoise is often referred to as the “Sky Stone,” and a piece featuring such a high number of matched stones was historically a symbol of great abundance and protection. By utilizing traditional twisted wire—a technique that dates back to the very earliest days of Navajo metalwork—the artist honors a deep ancestral legacy while creating a piece with a clean, contemporary feel. This necklace is an ideal acquisition for collectors who appreciate the meticulous effort required to balance multiple gemstones into one seamless, flowing design.