Vintage Navajo Shell Turquoise Heishi Necklace from dygtyjqp7pi0m.cloudfront.net The use of turquoise and other stones as personal adornment by southwest indians dates from prehistoric times, and the use of silver by navajo, zuni and hopi indians is over 100 years old. We offer only authentic native american indian hand crafted jewelry which should not be confused with jewelry imitations. After learning how to silversmith, the navajos began to combine silver with the navajo turquoise. Navajo turquoise heishi spiny oyster necklace this navajo turquoise heishi spiny oyster necklace is a traditional style, that was worn by pueblo men and women. This navajo turquoise nugget heishi necklace of fers a traditional, southwest look at a price anyone can afford!
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By native american jewelry tips. The use of turquoise and other stones as personal adornment by southwest indians dates from prehistoric times, and the use of silver by navajo, zuni and hopi indians is over 100 years old. Jacla is navajo for ear string. By native american jewelry tips. The word heishi means shell, although today the term is often used to reference small handmade beads made from many different natural materials. Authentic native american indian jewelry heishi and nugget necklaces and chokers.
