CO256 CO256 Harpo Turquoise and Silver Squash Blossom Necklace

One of a Kind piece

Magnificent Squash Blossom Navajo in sterling silver set with a beautiful turquoise stone.

For many moons, the Squash Blossom is one of the signature jewels of the Natives of the South West. The different tribes making this traditionnal piece, such as the Navajo, the Zuni or the Hopi, value it deeply. It is worn, forever and until now, by both men and women in rituals and festivities.

Each bead of this necklace is handmade: the artist forms half spheres that are welded to create round beads. Some of these beads open into silver tubes reminiscent of a blossoming flower buds (hence the name of this traditional necklace : Squash Blossom... and the squash is an essential foodstuff for the Natives).
 

The Naja, the imposing central pendant, is shaped like a horseshoe and like a talisman it brings protection to its wearer. Here, it is accompanied by a magnificent turquoise. 

Length: 68cm (27 inches)

Central Naja dimensions (L x W): 7,5cm x 6cm ( 3 inches x 2 inches 1/2) 

This necklace is made in sterling silver.
 

Proudly Navajo handmade in the USA.