Vintage Native American Blue Turquoise Pendant On Sterling Silver Chain Necklace

Length: 18 inches Chain is italian 🌄 A Heritage of Spirit and Stone This remarkable vintage necklace embodies the enduring artistry and symbolism of Native American silversmith traditions. Handcrafted with care and cultural reverence, it celebrates the sacred union between earthly materials and spiritual meaning, an essence central to Native jewelry craftsmanship. 🪶 Design & Craftsmanship At its heart lies a striking natural turquoise cabochon, richly hued in sky blue with veins of black matrix — a visual echo of the Southwestern desert sky over rugged stone. The gemstone is set within a hand-tooled sterling silver bezel, bordered by stamped geometric accents that reflect traditional tribal design motifs. A sturdy silver bail connects the pendant to a smooth sterling snake chain, allowing the stone’s beauty to remain the focal point. 🌎 Cultural & Historical Context Turquoise has been cherished by Native American peoples for centuries — revered as a stone of protection, healing, and connection to the sky. During the 1940s–1970s, Native silversmithing reached a golden era, with artisans from Navajo, Zuni, and Hopi tribes creating pieces that blended ancestral motifs with evolving modern aesthetics. This pendant reflects that era’s artistry: authentic, handcrafted, and spiritually rooted.