Concho dangle earrings

Navajo artist A. Martin has crafted a unique earring. The concho style top post with the rectangular piece of spiny oyster shell is beautiful. Set in solid sterling silver and measuring 1"1/2 in length. The are medium in size and light enough to wear on any occasion. A certificate of authenticity is included. Navajo handcrafted concho dangle earrings

Spiny Oyster Shell (orange colors) Living Spondylus shells are, indeed, very spiny, but the polished product looks very smooth the most used Spondylid Bivalve shell colors include orange, reds, and purples and may include distinct striations and color variations.  The Orange Spiny Oyster occurs in shallow to moderately deep waters, where snorkelers and scuba divers readily harvest them. Purple Spiny Oysters grow in deeper water, making them more difficult to find and harvest.