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Necklace 32
Necklace 32
Necklace 32
Necklace 32
Necklace 32
Necklace 32
Necklace 32
Necklace 32
Necklace 32

Necklace 32" 5 Strand Serpentine Turquoise Pipestone Multi Heishi Santo Domingo

$ 100.31

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Item must be returned within: 30 Days
  • lot: No
  • Brand: Native American
  • Jewelry Type: Necklaces
  • Metal Purity: .925
  • Signed?: Unsigned
  • Material: Serpentine
  • Ethnic Origin: Native American
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Condition: Very Good pre-owned condition. The sterling cones show some age and use. See photos.
  • Metal: Sterling Silver
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Country of Origin: United States
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
  • Tribal Affiliation: Santa Domingo

    Description

    Perhaps the most distinguishable feature of Santo Domingo jewelry is the use of heishi made of shell or stone.   This necklace is mostly serpentine with turquoise, pipestone, jet and shell sprinkled throughout.   The name serpentine originates from the similarity of the texture of the rock to that of the skin of a snake.  Minerals in this group are greasy looking and slippery silky feeling and are slightly translucent.
    The heishi, although smooth
    and of uniform consistency, will have variations among the beads. There will be a variation in color and thickness or there might be a slight
    imperfection in the shell or bead. This adds to its unique appearance.
    This necklace is 32" long and has been strung on traditional string, no closure, slip it over your head.  The cones and chain are sterling silver.
    Never out of style, Southwest jewelry is an investment in enjoyment to last a lifetime.
    Measures 32" long
    Heishi measures 3 mm  round
    Total Weight = 45 grams
    Questions???   Please ask before purchasing to avoid any misunderstandings.
    You can see more Indian Jewelry in my eBay "Store".
    Coin for display only.  Not included not for sale.