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

    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.