Vintage Turquoise and Coral Beaded Heishi Handmade Choker Necklace

This is a heishi beaded necklace that is handcrafted with natural shells and stones, such as turquoise and coral. The word "heishi" means "shell," and the beads are typically small, flat discs or tube shapes traditionally made by hand. The style is often associated with Native American jewelry from the Southwest, particularly from the Santo Domingo (Kewa) and Navajo peoples. The specific materials in the necklace pictured include: Heishi Beads: Small disc-shaped beads made from shells and dark stones. Turquoise: Rough, polished chunks of blue-green turquoise stone. Coral: Polished pieces of red-orange coral. This type of necklace is a form of traditional handmade jewelry from Indigenous Pueblos of the Southwest 14” long choker length.