20" Silver bead necklace with turquoise

Handcrafted necklace made of solid sterling silver by Navajo aritst Rose Martin.The necklace features a variety of bead sizes and shapes (round, saucer and barrel) that are spaced with turquoise stones that vary in size from approximately 6mm up to 15mm. The spacing of the silver beads and stones create a unique pattern in the necklace. Measuring a total of 20" in length, the ends of the necklace has a handmade hook and eye with a round silver disc with the aritst's name. This is a beautiful necklace with a traditonal feel.

Stone: Kingman Turquoise originates in the Mineral Park Mining District near Kingman, Arizona. One of the largest domestic turquoise mines, it is found in a large open pit copper mine in the high desert country. The Kingman Mine district was first mined by Native Americans; it was part of the most extensive prehistoric workings in Arizona.