This listing features an older handcrafted squash blossom necklace made from Sterling Silver and Bisbee Turquoise. Weight – 213 Grams7.51 Ounces. Length From End to End – 24.5. Naja Measurements – The Naja measures 3-1/2″ tall by 3-1/2″ wide. Blossom Measurements – The 10 blossoms slightly graduate in size, with the largest by the Naja measuring 1-3/4″ long by 1″ wide and the smallest near the hook and eye clasp measuring just over 1-1/2″ long by 1″ wide. Stone Measurements – The largest stone sits at the center of the Naja and measures 7/8″ long by 5/8″ wide. The smallest stones rest at the bottom of the Naja, measuring 1/2″ long by 3/8″ wide. The 10 stones in the blossoms range in size from 3/4″ long too 9/16″ long. Pearls/Bench Beads Measurements – The pearls have a diameter/width of 5/16, the typical/standard size for a squash blossom necklace. Stamped Sterling – NO, tested and verified. Signed by Artist – NO. Mid Century, early 1960’s +. Condition – Preowned, in excellent vintage condition with all of its original stones and a naturally aged rich patina, ready to wear or display. This vintage necklace was beautifully handcrafted by an unknown Navajo Silversmith during the mid century. It features a classic squash design with some of the most incredible deep blue Bisbee stones. Each stone is in excellent condition, free from cracks/chips and portray amazing color qualities of deep vivid blue along with heavy dark brownish black matrixes. The turquoise looks to be old high grade Bisbee but we’re not gemologists so we can’t say for sure. The silverwork is superbly done with classic twisted ropes and meticulously coiled rods surrounding each stone. The triple petals are very strong and solid being made with heavy gauge silver and will not be bent out of shape easily. The squash has a beautiful balanced appeal with near perfect symmetry. It lays comfortably over the chest, with the Naja being the focal point but not taking away from the detail of the blossoms. It’s truly a well executed piece from start to finish. The pearls are original and in excellent condition being strung on sturdy silver wire with a classic hook and eye clasp at each end. Add this statement piece to your existing collection of Native American jewelry, too cherish and enjoy before handing it down to a loved one in the future. I treat every item as if it were my own. Extra bubble wrap and packing materials are used to ensure a safe arrival to its new owner. Please see all 12 photos!! Enlarge them and study them. Ask any questions you may have. THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING AUTHENTIC NATIVE AMERICAN JEWELRY!! This item is in the category “Collectibles\Cultures & Ethnicities\Native American: US\1935-Now\Jewelry”. The seller is “native-obsession” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, Japan, China, Korea, South, Indonesia, South Africa, Thailand, Hong Kong, Bahamas, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Bahrain, Malaysia, Chile, Colombia, Barbados, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Brunei Darussalam, Bolivia, Egypt, French Guiana, Guernsey, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, Iceland, Jersey, Jordan, Cambodia, Cayman Islands, Liechtenstein, Sri Lanka, Monaco, Macau, Martinique, Maldives, Nicaragua, Oman, Pakistan, Paraguay, Reunion, Uruguay, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Sweden, Belgium, France, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Croatia, Republic of, Luxembourg, Kuwait.
- Origin: Southwest United States
- Provenance: Ownership History Not Available
- Tribal Affiliation: Navajo
- Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
- Handmade: Yes
- Modified Item: No
- Culture: Native American: US
