{"title":"Necklaces","description":"\u003ch1\u003eNative American, Southwestern and Vintage \u0026amp; Estate Necklaces\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e✨\u003c\/span\u003eCrown Your Collar: Iconic Squash Blossom Necklaces \u0026amp; Signed Navajo Pearls\u003cspan\u003e✨\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e Discover Navajo and Zuni squash blossom necklaces, signed Navajo pearls, and distinctive Southwestern and artisan designs. Each piece is carefully curated for authenticity, craftsmanship, and collector-level appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"navajo-pilot-mountain-turquoise-squash-blossom-peterson","title":"Native American Navajo Green Pilot Mountain Turquoise Squash Blossom Sterling Silver Necklace by P. JOHNSON","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt a Glance: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSquash blossom necklace by award-winning Navajo artisan Peterson Johnson\u003cbr data-start=\"186\" data-end=\"189\"\u003eTurquoise cabochons consistent with Pilot Mountain material \u003cbr data-start=\"234\" data-end=\"237\"\u003eHeavy-gauge sterling silver construction\u003cbr data-start=\"320\" data-end=\"323\"\u003eLarge-scale contemporary collector example\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNecklace Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e.925 sterling silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreen turquoise in olive tones and light matrix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHallmarked by the silversmith\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBench-made beads strung on traditional foxtail chain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHook-and-eye closure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: Excellent — see \u003ca href=\"javascript:void(0);\" onclick=\"openConditionGuidePopup()\"\u003eSCJ Vintage Condition Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eNecklace Specifications: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWear scale: opera length statement — rests below the bust on most wearers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLargest turquoise: 1\" x 5\/8\" (bezel to bezel)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaja: 3 1\/2\" x 3 1\/2\"\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlossom length range: 1 9\/16\" x 1 7\/8\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeads: 8-9 mm \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal length: 30\" (includes clasp)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 179.7 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT THIS PIECE: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo create this squash blossom necklace, Navajo silversmith Peterson Johnson selected a remarkable suite of turquoise cabochons distinguished by a green-dominant palette. The stones move through layered tones of olive and moss with deeper forest hues and occasional flashes of lighter green and blue—traits most often associated with Pilot Mountain turquoise. Although Royston district deposits can produce similar material, the color range and matrix pattern seen here most closely align with those of Pilot Mountain examples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpertly polished to highlight subtle variation, the stones bring depth and cohesion to the composition. Johnson’s disciplined silverwork, heavy-gauge construction, balanced proportions, and precise stone placement honor established Navajo silversmithing traditions while presenting a confident revival statement. The result is substantial, culturally rooted, and visually compelling—an exceptional collector piece defined by material quality and craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eARTISAN NOTE: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeterson Johnson (Navajo), born October 2, 1956, is the son of Alice Johnson and Wilson Johnson and began silversmithing in 1976. A self-taught artist known for traditional Navajo jewelry of exceptional precision and finish, he has received numerous awards throughout the Southwest and is respected among fellow silversmiths for his meticulous craftsmanship, earning him the nickname “The Machine.” His work was exhibited at the Eight Northern Indian Pueblos Arts \u0026amp; Crafts Show from 1994 to 1996 and has been carried by noted Southwestern galleries, including Palms Trading Company in Albuquerque. Today, his jewelry is sought by collectors for its disciplined construction, durability, and distinctive Peterson flair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePERFECT FOR:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors of award-winning Navajo silversmith Peterson Johnson\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilding a serious Native American squash blossom collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLovers of green-dominant turquoise, especially Pilot Mountain material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSouthwestern statement styling—from gallery openings to evening wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeirloom collectors seeking masterfully constructed Navajo jewelry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✨ Collectors Circle members receive a welcome offer on their first purchase.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Silver Cactus Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44095785500869,"sku":"00004NEMNJ11849","price":4345.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0669\/0956\/9221\/files\/9130082.webp?v=1776524536"},{"product_id":"snake-coral-cluster-squash-necklace-effie","title":"Native American Zuni Coral Cluster Snake Squash Blossom Sterling Silver Necklace by E. 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Zuni.\"\u003cbr data-start=\"278\" data-end=\"281\"\u003eSterling silver coral design with flat-head snake naja\u003cbr data-start=\"343\" data-end=\"346\"\u003eTraditional Zuni snake motif with inlaid detailing\u003cbr data-start=\"396\" data-end=\"399\"\u003eVintage collector-level necklace\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNecklace Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e.925 sterling silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet red-orange corals \u0026amp; inlaid coral snake eyes\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBench-made beads strung on chain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHook-and-eye closure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHallmarked with family stamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: Excellent — see \u003ca href=\"javascript:void(0);\" onclick=\"openConditionGuidePopup()\"\u003eSCJ Vintage Condition Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNecklace Specifications: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWear scale: matinee length per SCJ size guide — naja pendant rests above the bust \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorals: 1\/4\" x 1\/4\" (bezel to bezel)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaja pendant: 2 3\/8\" x 2 5\/16\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlossom length: approx. 1 1\/8\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead diameter: 6-7 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal length (including clasp): 23\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 96.6 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT THIS PIECE: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"388\" data-end=\"712\"\u003eThis Native American coral squash blossom necklace reflects the distinctive design language associated with Effie Calavaza and the Calavaza family workshop. Known for the flat-head snake motif that winds around turquoise or coral stones, the family developed one of the most recognizable visual vocabularies in Zuni jewelry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"714\" data-end=\"1034\"\u003eHere, the snakes coil around vivid red-orange coral cabochons, carrying the motif across the necklace with strong visual rhythm from blossom to naja. Their small, inlaid coral eyes add a precise, labor-intensive detail that sharpens the character of the design and has become closely associated with Calavazas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1036\" data-end=\"1330\"\u003eHandcrafted in sterling silver, this classic squash blossom form brings together sculptural silverwork, bold color contrast, and a motif-driven composition with lasting collector appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eARTISAN NOTE: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"77\" data-end=\"524\"\u003eEffie Calavaza (1928-2019) remains one of the best-known names in Zuni jewelry. She began silversmithing in the mid-1950s after learning the craft from her husband, Juan Calavaza, and is generally understood to have remained active into the mid-1970s. Working primarily in sand-cast sterling silver, she became known for nugget design and for surrounding large turquoise and coral stones with her now-iconic snake motif, a visual signature closely associated with her work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"526\" data-end=\"887\"\u003eCalavaza received recognition for her artistry at the Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial in Gallup, New Mexico, and her jewelry has been represented by respected Southwestern dealers, including Richardson Trading Company of Gallup, New Mexico. Her pieces are typically stamped with the mark \"EFFIE C. ZUNI,\" a hallmark also used within the Calavaza family workshop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"889\" data-end=\"1205\"\u003eA widely collected artist, Effie Calavaza’s work helped define a distinctive style within Zuni silversmithing. Her legacy continues through her daughters—Georgiana Yatsattie, Gloria Jean Garcia, and Susie Calavaza—who also became jewelers and carried forward the family’s celebrated design tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePERFECT FOR:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors of Calavaza workshop pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThose drawn to snake-themed jewelry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact squash blossoms with visual impact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilding a coordinated vintage ensemble\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✨ Collectors Circle members receive a welcome offer on their first purchase. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Silver Cactus Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44097114865861,"sku":"00002NEMNJ1219","price":3273.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0669\/0956\/9221\/files\/9130022.webp?v=1776524592"},{"product_id":"green-turquoise-squash-blossom-necklace-bracelet-set","title":"1970s Emerald Green Turquoise Squash Blossom Sterling Silver Necklace \u0026 Bracelet Set by Navajo Artist D. HARRISON","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt a Glance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"20\" data-end=\"377\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"27\" data-start=\"16\"\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Native American squash blossom necklace and matching two-stone cuff bracelet set with large-scale silverwork, repeating flared blossom forms, and an eight-stone naja\u003cbr data-is-only-node=\"\" data-end=\"196\" data-start=\"193\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"206\" data-start=\"196\"\u003eStone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Turquoise cabochons consistent with King’s Manassa material\u003cbr data-end=\"269\" data-start=\"266\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"279\" data-start=\"269\"\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Teal, light green, and emerald green turquoise with golden-brown host rock\u003cbr data-end=\"357\" data-start=\"354\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"368\" data-start=\"357\"\u003eAccent:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chased wing, leaf, and silver drop details on the cuff\u003cbr data-end=\"426\" data-start=\"423\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"436\" data-start=\"426\"\u003eMetal:\u003c\/strong\u003e .925 sterling silver\u003cbr data-end=\"460\" data-start=\"457\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"471\" data-start=\"460\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Signed DH | Douglas Harrison, Navajo silversmith\u003cbr data-end=\"523\" data-start=\"520\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"531\" data-start=\"523\"\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Circa 1970s\u003cbr data-end=\"546\" data-start=\"543\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"557\" data-start=\"546\"\u003eStatus:\u003c\/strong\u003e Signed vintage Navajo squash blossom and cuff set from a finished studio period, conceived as a matching ensemble\u003cbr data-end=\"674\" data-start=\"671\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"688\" data-start=\"674\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent — see \u003ca href=\"javascript:void(0);\" onclick=\"openConditionGuidePopup()\"\u003eSCJ Vintage Condition Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNecklace Specifications: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWear scale: substantial, matinee length per SCJ size guide — rests below the bust line on most wearers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLargest stone: 11\/16\" x 1 1\/2\" (bezel to bezel)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaja pendant: 3\" x 3 5\/8\"\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlossom length range:  1 1\/8\" - 2 1\/2\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead form: traditional seamed bench-made Navajo beads\u003cspan\u003e strung on \u003c\/span\u003ewire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead diameter: 8-9 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal length (including clasp): 28\"\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClasp: hook and eye\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 299.4 grams\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBracelet Specifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWear scale: statement cuff presence with broad face and balanced stone scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLargest turquoise: 1\" x 1 1\/2\" (bezel to bezel)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFace width: 2 7\/8\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInside length: 5 3\/16\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGap: 1\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal inside circumference: 6 3\/16” (S per SCJ size guide)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 85.6 grams\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGallery Note:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"21\" data-end=\"380\"\u003eThis vintage Navajo squash blossom necklace and matching cuff set has a bold, commanding presence. Built in substantial scale, the ensemble is defined by heavy-gauge silverwork, hand-fabricated and hand-assembled elements, square-cut flared blossoms, bench-made beads, and a powerful eight-stone naja that anchors the necklace with unmistakable visual weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"382\" data-end=\"795\"\u003eThe turquoise shows soft emerald, teal, and blue-green notes broken by warm golden-brown host rock. Its color and matrix are consistent with King’s Manassa material, though comparable material can also be found in Nevada. As with most historic turquoise, the mine identification is observational, and the precise origin is confirmed only with sourcing documentation or laboratory analysis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"797\" data-end=\"1164\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThe cuff carries the necklace’s palette into a dramatic wrist form, pairing two cabochons with applied silver details that connect the pieces without making them feel overly matched. Worn together, they create a commanding signed Navajo statement for collectors drawn to generous turquoise, substantial handmade construction, and high-impact Western heritage jewelry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHallmark \u0026amp; Maker Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2850\" data-end=\"3147\"\u003eJewelry bearing the DH hallmark is associated in the vintage market with Navajo silversmith Douglas Harrison. Signed works surface primarily through estate and vintage circulation and are recognized for substantial gauge, generous turquoise use, and strong late twentieth-century presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3149\" data-end=\"3522\"\u003eAs with many working silversmiths of the period, formal biographical documentation can be limited. This attribution rests on hallmark consistency and comparison across documented examples. Existing pieces represent completed studio production rather than an active contemporary line, making matched necklace-and-cuff sets notably less common than individual works.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✨ Collectors Circle members receive a welcome offer on their first purchase.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Silver Cactus Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44100427743429,"sku":"00001NEMBR2NJ11538","price":5315.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0669\/0956\/9221\/files\/9080020.webp?v=1776524608"},{"product_id":"chimney-butte-number-8-turquoise-squash-necklace","title":"Massive Southwestern Number Eight Turquoise Squash Blossom Sterling Silver Necklace by CHIMNEY BUTTE","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt a Glance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"20\" data-end=\"377\"\u003eOne-of-a-kind Southwestern squash blossom necklace\u003cbr data-start=\"178\" data-end=\"181\"\u003eAntique-finish seamless silver beads\u003cbr data-start=\"217\" data-end=\"220\"\u003eLarge-scale statement construction, nearly 400 grams\u003cbr data-start=\"272\" data-end=\"275\"\u003eNumber Eight turquoise cabochons\u003cbr data-start=\"332\" data-end=\"335\"\u003eMatched turquoise disc spacers\u003cbr data-start=\"365\" data-end=\"368\"\u003eHeavy-gauge naja pendant\u003cbr data-start=\"397\" data-end=\"400\"\u003eCollector-level studio work hallmarked Chimney Butte\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNecklace Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e.925 sterling silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVivid sky-blue turquoise cabochons and spacers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast-style naja pendant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGraduated smooth silver beads \u0026amp; turquoise discs strung on wire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHallmarked by the shop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHook-and-eye clasp with custom appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: Very Fine — see \u003ca href=\"javascript:void(0);\" onclick=\"openConditionGuidePopup()\"\u003eSCJ Vintage Condition Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNecklace Specifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWear scale: opera length per SCJ size guide — oversized and graduated (rests below the bust on most wearers)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLargest turquoise: 1 13\/16\" x 1 5\/16\" (bezel to bezel)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaja pendant: 3 1\/4\" x 2 1\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlossom length range: 1 3\/4\" x 2 1\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGraduated turquoise disc range: 8-21 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGraduated bead range: 8-16 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal length (including clasp): 30\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 398.6 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT THIS PIECE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"219\" data-end=\"510\"\u003eThis squash blossom necklace emphasizes mass and proportion over intricate surface decoration. Instead of traditional petal-shaped blossoms, large turquoise cabochons form a steady cadence along the strand, giving the piece a deliberate architectural presence anchored by the substantial naja.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"512\" data-end=\"1044\"\u003eThe stones display dense reddish-brown host rock interrupted by bright blue pools — a pattern prized for its movement and depth of color. The material was identified by a Chimney Butte representative as Number Eight turquoise from Nevada. Here, the turquoise appears in rounded formations within the host rock rather than the classic webbed pattern, illustrating natural variation within the historic deposit. That same character is echoed in the matched turquoise disc spacers, reinforcing the necklace's visual continuity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1046\" data-end=\"1302\"\u003eThe tapering dual-tone silver beads and turquoise spacers soften the rhythm of the oversized elements, allowing the necklace to drape naturally despite its statement scale. When worn, it settles low at the bust on most wearers, with the naja hanging independently below the bead line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1304\" data-end=\"1530\"\u003eThe silverwork is intentionally restrained. Smooth bezels, broad forms, and open negative space direct attention to the stones—an approach often seen in later studio interpretations of traditional squash blossom construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eATTRIBUTION NOTE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"197\" data-end=\"440\"\u003eChimney Butte is a Southwestern jewelry workshop associated with Albuquerque and Santa Fe, New Mexico, active since the 1990s. The shop is known for distinctive designs that combine cast sterling silverwork with carefully set stones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"442\" data-end=\"882\"\u003eBoth Native American and Anglo silversmiths have been linked to the workshop over time, including Nuguematz, Me’dru, Zachanee, brothers McDavis and Michael Otero, and Eric Chase Nelson. Nelson is the name most frequently associated with Chimney Butte pieces. Dealer and gallery biographies commonly describe him as having a Comanche background and studio training in the Southwest, while Southwestern jewelry reference author Bille Hougart identifies him as Anglo. Although Chimney Butte's work has been described in secondary markets as Native and often Navajo, this representation errs on the side of caution given the inconsistencies in the available records.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"884\" data-end=\"1155\"\u003eBecause printed documentation of the workshop remains limited, attribution generally rests on the Chimney Butte hallmark and the shop’s recognizable construction style, both of which are well known among collectors of contemporary Southwestern jewelry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePERFECT FOR:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors of contemporary Southwestern studio silverwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThose drawn to bold turquoise statement necklaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurquoise enthusiasts who appreciate Number Eight material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWestern formal and modern tailored wardrobes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThose who favor material presence over intricate ornamentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✨ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eCollectors Circle members receive a welcome offer on their first purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Silver Cactus Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44138775314629,"sku":"00008NEMNJ9793","price":5377.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0669\/0956\/9221\/files\/8120022.webp?v=1776524623"},{"product_id":"navajo-yei-naja-silver-dollar-mercury-dime-bead-necklace","title":"1960s-70s Native American Navajo Yei Naja \u0026 Peace Silver Dollar Coins Mercury Dime Bead Squash Blossom Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt a Glance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"158\" data-end=\"391\"\u003eNative American coin squash blossom necklace consistent with Navajo work\u003cbr data-start=\"195\" data-end=\"198\"\u003eBeads formed from paired Mercury dimes\u003cbr data-start=\"245\" data-end=\"248\"\u003ePeace silver dollar coin blossoms\u003cbr data-start=\"298\" data-end=\"301\"\u003eYei naja with turquoise cabochons\u003cbr data-start=\"344\" data-end=\"347\"\u003eHeavy-gauge coin silver construction\u003cbr data-start=\"195\" data-end=\"198\"\u003eA strong collector’s example of Navajo coin jewelry\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"158\" data-end=\"391\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNecklace Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eU.S. silver coin construction (Mercury dimes \u0026amp; Peace dollars)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlightly domed Peace silver dollar coins (1922–1925)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoin beads assembled on chain, likely reflecting a later restringing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurquoise cabochons in blue-green tones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYei motif\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast naja consistent with sand-cast construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional hook-and-eye closure\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: Fine — see \u003ca href=\"javascript:void(0);\" onclick=\"openConditionGuidePopup()\"\u003eSCJ Vintage Condition Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNecklace Specifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWear scale: bold matinee length per SCJ size guide — falls at the bust line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaja pendant: 2 1\/2\" x 2 1\/16\"\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoin blossom diameter: approx. 1 1\/2\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead diameter: approx. 16 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal length (including clasp): 24 3\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 436.9 grams \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT THIS PIECE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1107\" data-end=\"1444\"\u003eThis Native American squash blossom necklace reflects the coin-silver tradition long associated with Navajo silversmithing during the mid-twentieth century. Acquired as old pawn, the piece no longer retained its original pawn tag when it came into our possession. The style likely dates to the 1960s–1970s, based on construction, weight, and overall design character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1107\" data-end=\"1444\"\u003eThe strand is composed of paired Mercury dimes, domed and joined to create hollow silver beads that preserve visible traces of the original coin design. Formed and assembled by hand, these elements show natural variation in symmetry, reinforcing the work's individuality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1446\" data-end=\"1728\"\u003eSuspended throughout the strand are slightly domed Peace silver dollar coins dating from the early to mid-1920s. Their scale interrupts the rhythm of the beadwork and recalls a coin-jewelry tradition in which historic American silver was reworked into substantial wearable form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1730\" data-end=\"2049\"\u003eAt the center hangs a cast Yei naja set with small turquoise cabochons. The pendant draws on Yei imagery associated with Navajo ceremonial traditions, adding a symbolic dimension to the composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2051\" data-end=\"2283\"\u003eWith its considerable weight, historic coin materials, and a centerpiece rooted in heritage, this necklace stands as a strong collector’s example of Navajo coin jewelry—sculptural in presence and grounded in time-honored Southwestern silversmithing practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePERFECT FOR:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors of vintage Navajo coin jewelry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThose seeking bold historic silver statement pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSouthwestern heritage collections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLayering with turquoise necklaces and additional silver strands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✨ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollectors Circle members receive a welcome offer on their first purchase.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Silver Cactus Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44156000239813,"sku":"00006NE3NJ10478","price":2976.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0669\/0956\/9221\/files\/9130002.webp?v=1776524646"},{"product_id":"zuni-turquoise-petit-point-squash-necklace","title":"Zuni Turquoise Petit Point Cluster Squash Blossom Sterling Silver Necklace - Circa 1950-60s","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt a Glance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVintage Native American squash blossom necklace\u003cbr data-end=\"554\" data-start=\"551\"\u003eTurquoise cluster work consistent with Zuni production\u003cbr data-end=\"615\" data-start=\"612\"\u003eHand-fabricated sterling silver construction\u003cbr data-end=\"659\" data-start=\"656\"\u003eUnsigned post-Harvey Era production\u003cbr data-end=\"698\" data-start=\"695\"\u003eStrong mid-century collector example\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNecklace Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e.925 sterling silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurquoise in petit point, needlepoint, and snake-eyes (round cuts)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-fabricated beads strung on traditional foxtail chain\u003cbr data-end=\"631\" data-start=\"628\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeriod wire hook-and-eye closure\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCirca 1950s - 1960s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: Very Fine — see \u003ca href=\"javascript:void(0);\" onclick=\"openConditionGuidePopup()\"\u003eSCJ Vintage Condition Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNecklace Specifications: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWear scale: moderate matinee presence per SCJ size guide, rendered in a refined mid-century scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaja pendant: 2\" x 2\"\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlossom length: approx. 1\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead diameter: 7-8 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal length (including clasp): 25 7\/8\" \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 81.1 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT THIS PIECE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"152\" data-end=\"632\"\u003eThis elaborate vintage squash blossom necklace presents the refined look collectors associate with mid-century Southwest silverwork. The four-petaled blossoms, restrained proportions, and balanced placement of stone and silver support a mid-century attribution. Masterfully cut into clusters of petit point, needlepoint, and round elements, the blue turquoise cabochons—with minimal matrix and subtle shade variation—create a dimensional, mosaic-like composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"634\" data-end=\"1340\"\u003eThe necklace is consistent with the mature mid-century period of Zuni petit point and cluster jewelry. Handmade two-piece silver beads, carefully calibrated turquoise stones, and layered cluster construction are all characteristic of workshop production from that era, when fabrication remained fully handmade despite increasing refinement. Based on these construction features, the piece most likely dates to the 1950-60s. Matched cuts, even bezels, and the steady rhythm from the naja through each blossom unify the necklace while still highlighting each handmade component. The carefully assembled strand of beads on foxtail chain serves as a traditional backdrop for the stonework.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1342\" data-end=\"1581\"\u003eEach small, tightly fitted part of the ensemble required sustained lapidary and silverwork control, lending the piece a more delicate, labor-intensive character than the broader proportions that became more common later in the century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2524\" data-end=\"2677\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePERFECT FOR:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors of vintage Zuni jewelry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdmirers of traditional petit point and needlepoint work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThose seeking squash blossom necklaces with balanced scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSouthwestern and heritage-focused styling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePairing with other mid-century turquoise pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✨ Collectors Circle members receive a welcome offer on their first purchase.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Silver Cactus Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44157148266693,"sku":"00011NEMNJ11678","price":3780.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0669\/0956\/9221\/files\/8140212-2.webp?v=1776524682"},{"product_id":"navajo-turquoise-coral-squash-blossom-necklace","title":"Substantial Native American Navajo Turquoise Nuggets \u0026 Coral Squash Blossom Sterling Silver Necklace SIGNED","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"259\" data-end=\"503\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt a Glance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"259\" data-end=\"503\"\u003eSubstantial Native American turquoise \u0026amp; coral squash blossom necklace\u003cbr data-start=\"187\" data-end=\"190\"\u003eStylistically consistent with Navajo bench work\u003cbr data-start=\"262\" data-end=\"265\"\u003eTurquoise consistent with Kingman material\u003cbr data-start=\"304\" data-end=\"307\"\u003eBead strand with extender\u003cbr data-start=\"383\" data-end=\"386\"\u003eSigned collector example with strong visual contrast and presence\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNecklace Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e.925 sterling silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurquoise nuggets in saturated shades of blue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed-orange coral accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy-gauge sterling construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBench-made beads strung on double-wire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHallmarked by the silversmith - artisan under active research\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHook-and-eye closure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: Very Fine — see \u003ca href=\"javascript:void(0);\" onclick=\"openConditionGuidePopup()\"\u003eSCJ Vintage Condition Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNecklace Specifications: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWear scale: Statement matinee length per SCJ size guide, adjusted to opera length with the extender\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLargest turquoise: 5\/8\" x 1\/2\" (bezel to bezel)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaja: 2 1\/2\" x 2 7\/8\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlossom length range: 1\" - 1 1\/8\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead diameter: 8-9 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal length (including clasp): 20 3\/8\" (approx. 25 5\/8\" with the chain extender)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 199.9 grams\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT THIS PIECE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"610\" data-start=\"203\"\u003eThe composition of this squash blossom necklace is built around contrast and proportion, with the naja as the focal point, carrying alternating turquoise nuggets and corals. The vivid blue nuggets and red coral accents are individually rope-framed and sit slightly proud of the silverwork, secure within their sawtooth bezels, giving the stones a strong architectural presence. The graduated blossoms repeat this pairing in measured intervals, creating a steady rhythm across the necklace and into the terminals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"976\" data-start=\"612\"\u003eTurquoise and coral form a color relationship long favored in Navajo jewelry, and the careful distribution of these hues, textures, and silver appliqués throughout the piece produces visual movement and harmony without crowding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1336\" data-start=\"978\"\u003eConstruction details, including the blossom layout, bench-made beads, bezel work, and overall structure, align with traditional late-20th-century Navajo work. Although the necklace carries a maker’s mark that has not yet been definitively attributed to a specific artisan or tribe, it reflects the enduring design language of Navajo silversmithing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1336\" data-start=\"978\"\u003eSubstantial in scale and visually commanding, this piece was designed to command attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1499\" data-start=\"1338\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eARTISAN NOTE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3210\" data-start=\"2961\"\u003eThe necklace bears a stamped maker’s mark consisting of a single stylized initial, which may read as \"D,\" \"J,\" or a combined form depending on orientation and strike. The hallmark indicates signed studio production rather than anonymous manufacture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3666\" data-start=\"3212\"\u003eThis specific mark does not currently correspond to documented entries in major published hallmark references or standard trade sources. Abbreviated or single-initial signatures of this type are not uncommon among Native American silversmiths working outside formal registry systems. Attribution, therefore, rests on hallmark presence and stylistic comparison rather than a confirmed artist identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3789\" data-start=\"3668\"\u003eSigned works of this scale and stone content generally represent individual studio output rather than contemporary mass production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3789\" data-start=\"3668\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePERFECT FOR:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2968\" data-start=\"2778\"\u003eCollectors of signed Native American jewelry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2968\" data-start=\"2778\"\u003eAdmirers of turquoise and coral designs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2968\" data-start=\"2778\"\u003eStatement Southwestern dressing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2968\" data-start=\"2778\"\u003eLayering with other necklaces or smaller bead strands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✨ Collectors Circle members receive a welcome offer on their first purchase. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Silver Cactus Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44157173858501,"sku":"00010NEMNJ11745","price":3752.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0669\/0956\/9221\/files\/9130048.webp?v=1776524682"},{"product_id":"navajo-pearls-choker-presley-della-curley-25mm","title":"Native American Statement Hand-Stamped Sterling Silver Navajo Pearls Choker 1\" Bead Necklace by P. \u0026 D. CURLEY","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt a Glance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"135\" data-end=\"704\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"135\" data-end=\"146\"\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Native American choker-length Navajo pearl necklace with oversized hand-fabricated sterling silver beads\u003cbr data-start=\"251\" data-end=\"254\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"254\" data-end=\"264\"\u003eStone:\u003c\/strong\u003e None\u003cbr data-start=\"269\" data-end=\"272\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"272\" data-end=\"282\"\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lustrous sterling silver with hand-stamped oxidized impressions\u003cbr data-start=\"337\" data-end=\"340\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"340\" data-end=\"351\"\u003eAccent:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uniform 1\" bead construction with restrained mid-section stampwork and substantial hook clasp\u003cbr data-start=\"445\" data-end=\"448\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"448\" data-end=\"458\"\u003eMetal:\u003c\/strong\u003e .925 sterling silver\u003cbr data-start=\"479\" data-end=\"482\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"482\" data-end=\"493\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Signed PC | Presley and Della Curley, Navajo silversmiths\u003cbr data-start=\"551\" data-end=\"554\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"554\" data-end=\"562\"\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late 20th century\u003cbr data-start=\"580\" data-end=\"583\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"583\" data-end=\"594\"\u003eStatus:\u003c\/strong\u003e Signed vintage Navajo pearl collector necklace\u003cbr data-start=\"641\" data-end=\"644\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"644\" data-end=\"658\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Fine — see \u003ca href=\"javascript:void(0);\" onclick=\"openConditionGuidePopup()\"\u003eSCJ Vintage Condition Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"lorw0z\" data-start=\"706\" data-end=\"732\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"734\" data-end=\"1129\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"wlfvcb\" data-start=\"734\" data-end=\"835\"\u003eWear scale: bold choker-length necklace — rests close to the base of the neck on most wearers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14abz86\" data-start=\"836\" data-end=\"900\"\u003eBead size: 25–26 mm, strung on traditional foxtail chain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1e4oise\" data-start=\"901\" data-end=\"1054\"\u003eLength (including clasp): 16 7\/8\"  (model shown has a 12 1\/2\" neck, and average neck sizes may benefit from a 3 – 4\" extender for a more relaxed drape)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1o0r17n\" data-start=\"1055\" data-end=\"1101\"\u003eClasp: substantial handmade hook clasp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"11vssqc\" data-start=\"1102\" data-end=\"1129\"\u003eWeight: 153.5 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"660\" data-start=\"148\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGallery Note: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis strand of Native American-made beads presents a dramatic row of unusually large silver beads defined less by ornament than by proportion — a measured sequence of substantial, hand-formed elements assembled into a collar-length arrangement. Each bead was individually shaped, joined, and stamped in an understated fashion before being strung together, allowing the visual rhythm to arise from form and spacing rather than dense decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe hallmark stamped on the terminal bead identifies the work of Della and Presley Curley, whose jewelry is recognized across documented examples for consistent construction and finishing. Even in late-twentieth-century work, producing matched beads of this scale required careful forming, soldering, and individual stamping — a demanding process that highlights the Curleys’ superior artistry. These Navajo pearls are a testament to the harmonious, coordinated bench practice typical of their partnership, where each artisan's vision reads as a continuous form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSilver bead necklaces developed from early Diné silversmithing in the late nineteenth century, following the adoption of metalworking fabrication learned over the years through contact with Spanish and Mexican smiths. By the early twentieth century, hollow beads had become a distinctive element of Navajo adornment, valued both for their aesthetics and as portable wealth. These pearls demonstrate adherence to methods passed down through generations and the inherent quality of traditional Navajo silverwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"907\" data-start=\"539\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHallmark \u0026amp; Maker's Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"550\" data-start=\"100\"\u003eDella and Presley Curley are a Navajo husband-and-wife silversmith team active from the 1970s through the 1990s, signing their jewelry with a shared “PC” hallmark. Their recorded working period follows the waning of the traditional trading-post system, when many Diné artisans carried on time-honored silversmithing methods within independent family workshops, where knowledge passed bench to bench rather than through formal studios.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"894\" data-start=\"552\"\u003eAs with many makers of this generation, their history is preserved primarily in their creations rather than in print. Attribution rests in the metal — the hallmark, steady hand fabrication, and crisp embellishments — all elements associated with the growing preference for artisan recognition and robust, well-crafted Navajo silverwork in the late twentieth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1582\" data-start=\"896\"\u003eThe shared mark reflects a household bench practice common in Navajo jewelry-making, where collaboration often mattered just as much as individual authorship. With limited written record, understanding their work has developed through comparison of authenticated examples and the recurring characteristics recognized by collectors over time. Although later activity has not been formally documented, their work is placed within the Navajo silverwork revival and the decades that followed, when reclaiming historic forms in jewelry evolved from renewed interest into established tradition — a quiet lineage living not in catalogs but with those who recognize the heritage reflected in each piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✨ Collectors Circle Members receive a welcome offer on their first purchase. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Silver Cactus Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45780977320133,"sku":"00051NENJ9974","price":3278.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0669\/0956\/9221\/files\/2090120-2.jpg?v=1776524878"},{"product_id":"navajo-pearls-graduated-necklace-leo-yazzie","title":"Native American Navajo Smooth Sterling Silver Graduated Navajo Pearls Bead Necklace by L. YAZZIE","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt a Glance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVintage Native American graduated Navajo pearls\u003cbr data-start=\"150\" data-end=\"153\"\u003eSigned “LY” and attributed to Leo Yazzie\u003cbr data-start=\"190\" data-end=\"193\"\u003eSmooth, graduated beads\u003cbr data-start=\"226\" data-end=\"229\"\u003eSoft satin silver finish\u003cbr data-start=\"253\" data-end=\"256\"\u003eOne-of-a-kind collector example\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNecklace Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e.925 sterling silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-fabricated beads strung on chain\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeriod appropriate hook-and-eye clasp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eSigned by the silversmith on the silver tag at the closure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: Fine — see \u003ca href=\"javascript:void(0);\" onclick=\"openConditionGuidePopup()\"\u003eSCJ Vintage Condition Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNecklace Specifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWear scale: classic matinee length per SCJ size guide — sits between collarbone and bust on most wearers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCenter bead diameter: 25 mm (approx. 1\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGraduated bead range: 11-25 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal length (including clasp): 22 3\/8\"\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 100.1 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"148\" data-end=\"660\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT THIS PIECE: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis graduated Navajo pearl necklace reflects classic bench-made Diné silverwork, where contour rather than ornament carries the design. Each hollow saucer element was formed from sheet sterling silver, soldered, and polished to a smooth, near-seamless surface. The 25 mm center bead anchors the piece, settling naturally along the neckline as the strand tapers toward the hand-fabricated closure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSilver bead necklaces entered Navajo metalwork in the late nineteenth century, following the introduction of Spanish and Mexican silversmithing techniques. By the early twentieth century, hollow silver beads were widely worn as adornment and portable stores of silver. While many historic examples bear stamped decoration, unadorned vintage strands represent an equally enduring interpretation of the form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"539\" data-end=\"907\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eARTISAN NOTE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eLeo Yazzie is a Navajo silversmith from the Black Mesa region of Arizona who later worked in Flagstaff. His path into jewelry began at Northern Arizona University, where a metalsmithing elective redirected his studies toward silversmithing. By the early 1980s, he was producing jewelry full-time, a career that continued for more than three decades before he retired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe structure of his work reflects influences rooted in home and family. Yazzie has cited the storm-pattern geometry found in his mother’s and grandmother’s Navajo weaving, along with Navajo spiritual teachings, as formative sources. Rather than relying on heavy surface ornament, his designs favor measured spacing and deliberate stone placement, where the pattern is created by the stones themselves. When used, decorative elements such as stamping are applied with restraint and precision, supporting the form rather than dominating it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eHe worked primarily in sterling silver, sometimes incorporating gold, and preferred fine turquoise alongside coral, sugilite, lapis, and opal. Precisely fitted inlay and controlled settings became consistent features of his mature pieces, emphasizing balance between material and form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDuring his active years, his jewelry was widely shown through regional and national galleries, earned juried recognition, and developed a strong collector following. With his retirement, signed examples now represent completed studio work from his late twentieth- and early twenty-first-century production period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePERFECT FOR:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eCollectors of authentic Native American jewelry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eAdmirers of traditional, graduated Navajo pearls \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eThose seeking artisan jewelry without stones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSouthwestern and understated styling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eLayering with turquoise necklaces and other pearls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✨ Collectors Circle members receive a welcome offer on their first purchase. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Silver Cactus Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45781932114117,"sku":"00052NE","price":1437.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0669\/0956\/9221\/files\/2090099.jpg?v=1776524897"},{"product_id":"graduated-navajo-pearls-chased-necklace","title":"Late 20th Century Native American Hand-Chased Sterling Silver Graduated Navajo Pearls Bead Necklace","description":"\u003ch2 data-end=\"113\" data-start=\"99\" data-section-id=\"13hjq2b\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"719\" data-start=\"115\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"126\" data-start=\"115\"\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Native American graduated Navajo pearl necklace with oversized sterling saucer beads, and classic chased petal decoration\u003cbr data-end=\"250\" data-start=\"247\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"260\" data-start=\"250\"\u003eStone:\u003c\/strong\u003e None\u003cbr data-end=\"268\" data-start=\"265\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"278\" data-start=\"268\"\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Satin sterling silver finish with moderate patina\u003cbr data-end=\"331\" data-start=\"328\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"342\" data-start=\"331\"\u003eAccent:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fluted terminal beads, fitted spacers below the cones, and hand-chased decoration\u003cbr data-end=\"459\" data-start=\"456\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"469\" data-start=\"459\"\u003eMetal:\u003c\/strong\u003e .925 sterling silver (unmarked)\u003cbr data-end=\"493\" data-start=\"490\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"509\" data-start=\"493\"\u003eAttribution:\u003c\/strong\u003e Consistent with Navajo work\u003cbr data-end=\"540\" data-start=\"537\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"548\" data-start=\"540\"\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late 20th century\u003cbr data-end=\"569\" data-start=\"566\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-is-only-node=\"\" data-end=\"580\" data-start=\"569\"\u003eStatus:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unsigned and unstamped vintage sterling Navajo pearl necklace with period-appropriate construction\u003cbr data-end=\"659\" data-start=\"656\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"673\" data-start=\"659\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Fine — see \u003ca href=\"javascript:void(0);\" onclick=\"openConditionGuidePopup()\"\u003eSCJ Vintage Condition Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"747\" data-start=\"721\" data-section-id=\"lorw0z\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1099\" data-start=\"749\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"826\" data-start=\"749\" data-section-id=\"15ixmz1\"\u003eWear scale: opera length — falls at or below the bust on most wearers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"870\" data-start=\"827\" data-section-id=\"2eupu4\"\u003eCenter bead size: 25 mm, approx. 1\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"943\" data-start=\"871\" data-section-id=\"6y16bw\"\u003eGraduated bead range: 10–25 mm, strung on vinyl-coated wire core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"983\" data-start=\"944\" data-section-id=\"1fg85x3\"\u003eLength: 30 1\/2\" including clasp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1029\" data-start=\"984\" data-section-id=\"68ad94\"\u003eClasp: traditional hook-and-eye clasp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1099\" data-start=\"1030\" data-section-id=\"i26qav\"\u003eWeight: 161.8 grams — substantial for a strand of this length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"148\" data-end=\"660\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGallery Note: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis Native American Navajo pearl necklace follows the long, graduated strand format that became especially favored in the late twentieth century, when silversmiths emphasized balanced proportions and substantial silver weight. The strand builds visually into a single oversized center bead, then tapers evenly toward the terminals so the necklace reads as one continuous line rather than a sequence of parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eEach piece was formed from sterling sheet, soldered into a hollow structure, and finished into a flattened lentil profile with seams that nearly disappear into the curvature. Decoration appears as petal-like chased motifs that travel from the seam toward the drill hole, following the contour of the bead. The pattern adds gentle movement while preserving the visual continuity of the strand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSilver bead necklaces became part of Navajo metalwork in the late nineteenth century as silversmithing techniques spread throughout the Southwest. By the early twentieth century, hollow sterling spheres were commonly worn both as adornment and as portable silver wealth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eToday, substantial strands like this remain a clear expression of Navajo silverwork—durable, elegant, and timeless in both construction and wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1xvxpws\" data-start=\"2025\" data-end=\"2050\"\u003eHallmark \u0026amp; Maker Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-6a07bac2-d1f0-83e8-be84-bcb33d28de06-62\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-6a07bac2-d1f0-83e8-be84-bcb33d28de06-62\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-6a07bac2-d1f0-83e8-be84-bcb33d28de06-62\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-165\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"d8038fad-6e79-4f94-a963-a1aab9d35ab0\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5-thinking\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"104\" data-end=\"333\"\u003eThis necklace is unsigned. The Navajo attribution is based on the graduated hollow sterling bead construction, chased petal decoration, fluted terminal beads, hook-and-eye clasp, and overall late-20th-century Navajo pearl format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"335\" data-end=\"633\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThe strand is built on a vinyl-coated wire core, giving it a sturdy, wearable structure. Its unsigned status is period-appropriate for many vintage Native American silver bead necklaces, where bead form, construction, finish, and bench-made character often provide the strongest attribution evidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✨ Collectors Circle Members receive a welcome offer on their first purchase. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Silver Cactus Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45787029569733,"sku":"00053NENJ12703","price":2475.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0669\/0956\/9221\/files\/2090046.jpg?v=1776524915"},{"product_id":"1970s-persian-turquoise-squash-blossom-necklace","title":"297-Gram Navajo Persian Spiderweb Turquoise Four-Petal Squash Blossom Necklace SIGNED GV","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"168\" data-end=\"182\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"184\" data-end=\"888\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"184\" data-end=\"195\"\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Native American squash blossom necklace with five-stone naja, open four-petal blossoms, and deeply oxidized patina\u003cbr data-start=\"358\" data-end=\"361\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"361\" data-end=\"371\"\u003eStone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Turquoise cabochons consistent with Persian material\u003cbr data-start=\"454\" data-end=\"457\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"457\" data-end=\"467\"\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sky-blue turquoise with brown spiderweb matrix\u003cbr data-start=\"531\" data-end=\"534\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"534\" data-end=\"545\"\u003eAccent:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rope-twist bezels, stamped leaf appliqués, and hand-formed blossom details\u003cbr data-start=\"620\" data-end=\"623\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"623\" data-end=\"633\"\u003eMetal:\u003c\/strong\u003e .925 sterling silver\u003cbr data-start=\"649\" data-end=\"652\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"652\" data-end=\"663\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Signed GV | Navajo silversmith under active research\u003cbr data-start=\"716\" data-end=\"719\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"719\" data-end=\"727\"\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Circa 1970s\u003cbr data-start=\"739\" data-end=\"742\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"742\" data-end=\"753\"\u003eStatus:\u003c\/strong\u003e Signed vintage statement necklace with hand-inscribed reverse signature\u003cbr data-start=\"825\" data-end=\"828\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"828\" data-end=\"842\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Fine — see \u003ca href=\"javascript:void(0);\" onclick=\"openConditionGuidePopup()\"\u003eSCJ Vintage Condition Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"918\" data-end=\"1014\"\u003eWear scale: substantial opera-length necklace — rests below the bust on most wearers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1015\" data-end=\"1066\"\u003eLargest turquoise: approx. 1\" x 13\/16\" (bezel to bezel)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1015\" data-end=\"1066\"\u003eNaja: 2 7\/8\" x 3\"\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1087\" data-end=\"1124\"\u003eBlossom length range: 1 1\/2\" - 1 5\/8\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1087\" data-end=\"1124\"\u003eBead form: traditional seamed bench-made Navajo silver beads\u003cspan\u003e strung on foxtail chain\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1125\" data-end=\"1169\"\u003eBead diameter: 8–9 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1170\" data-end=\"1205\"\u003eTotal length: 30\" (including clasp)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1206\" data-end=\"1229\"\u003eClasp: hook and eye\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1230\" data-end=\"1251\"\u003eWeight: 297.3 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGallery Note:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"106\" data-end=\"476\"\u003eThe strength of this necklace lies in the uniformity of the Persian turquoise: light sky-blue cabochons threaded with dense dark brown matrix, carried consistently from the large naja stones to the blossom stations. The stones have the bold, high-contrast webbing collectors look for in Persian-attributed material, with no obvious visual outliers or later replacements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"478\" data-end=\"743\"\u003eThe high-profile naja and substantial silverwork give the necklace scale, while the bench-made hollow beads and open blossoms add movement without pulling attention from the stones. At 297.3 grams and 30\" in length, this matched piece carries the presence of a serious collector-level squash blossom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2329\" data-end=\"2354\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHallmark \u0026amp; Maker Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2356\" data-end=\"2768\"\u003eThe naja is hand-inscribed “GV” on the reverse, scratched into the silver rather than die-stamped. The initials do not appear in available reference sources and remain under active research. The tribal and period attribution is supported by the squash blossom form, naja construction, foxtail-chain stringing, machine-manufactured and hand-assembled beadwork, leaf appliqués, and overall fabrication and oxidized character consistent with 1970s Navajo silverwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✨ Collectors Circle Members receive a welcome offer on their first purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Silver Cactus Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46099247071429,"sku":"00060NEMNJ12769","price":5350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0669\/0956\/9221\/files\/4190051-2.png?v=1776623276"},{"product_id":"bowekaty-zuni-bell-blossoms-squash-turquoise-necklace","title":"Mid-Century Zuni Turquoise Snake Eye Cluster Bell-Shaped Squash Blossom Necklace by B. BOWEKATY","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt a Glance: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"827\" data-start=\"134\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"16\" data-end=\"27\"\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Native American turquoise cluster squash blossom necklace with bell-shaped blossoms\u003cbr data-start=\"111\" data-end=\"114\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"114\" data-end=\"124\"\u003eStone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural turquoise snake-eye cabochons\u003cbr data-start=\"162\" data-end=\"165\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"165\" data-end=\"175\"\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polychrome turquoise in sky-blue, robin’s egg blue, and celadon greens\u003cbr data-start=\"251\" data-end=\"254\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"254\" data-end=\"265\"\u003eAccent:\u003c\/strong\u003e Distinctive bell-shaped blossoms with stones framing each opening\u003cbr data-start=\"331\" data-end=\"334\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"334\" data-end=\"344\"\u003eMetal:\u003c\/strong\u003e .925 sterling silver (unmarked)\u003cbr data-start=\"375\" data-end=\"378\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"378\" data-end=\"389\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Attributed to Bernard Bowekaty | Zuni artist\u003cbr data-start=\"444\" data-end=\"447\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"447\" data-end=\"455\"\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Circa 1940s–1960s\u003cbr data-start=\"473\" data-end=\"476\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"476\" data-end=\"487\"\u003eStatus:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unsigned and unstamped mid-century Zuni squash blossom necklace\u003cbr data-start=\"551\" data-end=\"554\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"554\" data-end=\"568\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Fine — see \u003ca href=\"javascript:void(0);\" onclick=\"openConditionGuidePopup()\"\u003eSCJ Vintage Condition Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWear scale: opera length — rests at the bust on most wearers and spans the upper chest\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaja: 2\" x 1 7\/8\"\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlossom length: approx. 1 1\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeads: approx. 6 mm, strung on double-wire \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal length (including clasp): 25\" \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClasp: hook and eye\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 111.8 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGallery Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"158\" data-end=\"447\"\u003eThis mid-century Zuni squash blossom necklace is built around finely arranged snake-eye cabochons. The varied turquoise palette gives the piece a subtle polychrome rhythm across the blossoms and naja, introducing beautiful tonal shifts without overwhelming the refined, delicate stonework.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"449\" data-end=\"833\"\u003eThe bell-shaped blossoms are central to the Bernard Bowekaty attribution, as they are a recognized signature design in his documented work. The sawtooth bezels, tight stone placement, balanced symmetry, and restrained sterling structure reinforce this association. The ensemble keeps the focus on the turquoise spread while highlighting the precision of traditional Zuni cluster work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"835\" data-end=\"1193\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThe traditional seamed, bench-made silver beads are individually formed, displaying the slight organic variation prized by collectors of vintage Native American jewelry. While the current double-wire stringing is period-appropriate, professional restringing on foxtail chain could be considered to give this 111.8-gram necklace a smoother drape on the chest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHallmark \u0026amp; Maker Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"382\" data-start=\"131\"\u003eThis necklace is unsigned, which is common for Zuni work of this era. The attribution to Bernard Bowekaty rests on the distinctive, hand-fabricated bell-shaped blossom forms with tiny stone settings framing each opening—a signature design element documented in mid-century Zuni lapidary history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"382\" data-start=\"131\"\u003eBernard Bowekaty is identified in gallery references and Native American jewelry literature as a Zuni artist active from the 1940s through the 1970s. Hallmark references associate his signed work with back-to-back BB initials followed by ZUNI. Although recognized for refined, harmonious lapidary compositions, the sterling bell-blossoms remain his most identifiable element, allowing SCJ to present this attribution based on clear visual and technical lineage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✨ Collectors Circle Members receive a welcome offer on their first purchase.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Silver Cactus Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46099260440773,"sku":"00061NEMNJ12738","price":3800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0669\/0956\/9221\/files\/4190085-2.png?v=1776623088"},{"product_id":"spiderweb-turquoise-sterling-necklace-ben-sandoval","title":"90-Gram Navajo Saturated Blue Spiderweb Turquoise Sterling Silver Station Necklace by B. SANDOVAL","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e✨ Collectors Circle Members receive a welcome offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt a Glance: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesign:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Signed vintage spiderweb turquoise and sterling silver bead necklace with bench-made beads, three suspended stone stations, and a tandem center drop\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStone:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Spiderweb turquoise with professional opinions noting both Kingman and high-grade Hubei visual possibilities\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColor: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003ePerfectly matched s\u003cspan\u003eaturated blue turquoise with reddish brown spiderweb matrix and darker host-rock movement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccent:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Heavy-gauge pendant settings with twisted wire borders, stamped side accents, and oxidized silver depth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMetal:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e .925 sterling silver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArtist:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Signed BEN.S | Ben Sandoval, Navajo silversmith\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEra:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Late 20th century, most likely 1980s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStatus:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Signed turquoise and sterling silver statement necklace\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Very Fine — see\u003ca href=\"javascript:void(0);\" onclick=\"openConditionGuidePopup()\"\u003eSCJ Vintage Condition Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWear scale: princess-length statement necklace spanning the upper chest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLargest stone: 1 1\/2\" (bezel to bezel)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCenter in-tandem pendant length: 4 3\/4\" (including bail)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSide pendants length range: 2 1\/4\" - 2 1\/2\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeads: approx. 7 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal length: 17 3\/4\" (including clasp)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 90.3 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGallery Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis signed Ben Sandoval necklace is a serious turquoise statement piece: saturated blue spiderweb stones, heavy sterling pendant settings, and a strong bead construction that sits high across the chest. The design is built around three suspended turquoise stations, with the center pendant extending into a dramatic tandem drop that adds movement, length, and visual focus to the necklace.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe turquoise is the immediate draw. Each cabochon shows a vivid blue color moving through a reddish-brown spiderweb matrix, with darker host-rock passages that add depth and contrast. The stones have the kind of bold surface activity collectors look for in spiderweb turquoise, while the matching color family keeps the necklace cohesive rather than busy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSandoval’s silverwork gives the piece its structure. The pendant settings feature substantial bezels, twisted-wire borders, stamped side accents, and a dark oxidized ground that sharpens the blue of the stones. The bench-made sterling beads add weight and rhythm, shifting from a double-strand center section to a single strand toward the clasp for a balanced, wearable drape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe turquoise is presented transparently. Professional review has produced two plausible readings: Kingman turquoise and high-grade Hubei Province material. Kingman was considered the more likely identification in one professional review, based on the necklace’s construction context and the understanding that Ben Sandoval is not known to work with imported material. Other turquoise specialists noted visual characteristics consistent with high-grade Hubei. Because no mine paperwork or laboratory report accompanies the necklace, SCJ presents the stones as high-grade spiderweb turquoise visually consistent with Kingman, with the Hubei comparison disclosed as part of an open, evidence-led identification.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHallmark \u0026amp; Maker Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis necklace is signed BEN.S and stamped .925 on the reverse of one pendant. The mark is associated with Ben Sandoval, and the construction is consistent with signed late-20th-century Navajo turquoise and sterling silver work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe necklace is built with a combination of bench-made sterling beads, link-chain stringing, hook-and-eye closure, and suspended stone stations. The center section uses a double-strand bead arrangement to support the weight and visual importance of the turquoise pendants, while the necklace transitions to a single strand toward the clasp for comfort and proportion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSCJ presents this piece through its signed hallmark, sterling stamp, heavy-gauge construction, matched spiderweb turquoise cabochons, and professional review. The turquoise origin is intentionally described with transparency rather than as a closed mine claim.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e✨ Collector inquiries are welcome. SCJ is open to thoughtful questions, documented observations, and new information that deepens the story of a piece. With permission, selected comments from our Members may be featured in our upcoming Collectors Circle Insights publications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Silver Cactus Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46099261751493,"sku":"00063NE4NJ12368","price":1880.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0669\/0956\/9221\/files\/4190157-2.png?v=1776622675"},{"product_id":"native-american-coral-cluster-sterling-bib-necklace","title":"1970s Navajo Coral Cluster Sterling Silver Bead \u0026 Link Bib Necklace by H. ORTEGA","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-end=\"121\" data-start=\"107\" data-section-id=\"13hjq2b\"\u003e✨ Collectors Circle Members receive a welcome offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"121\" data-start=\"107\" data-section-id=\"13hjq2b\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt a Glance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"803\" data-start=\"123\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"110\" data-start=\"99\"\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Native American signed coral cluster bib necklace with articulated sterling silver construction and graceful upper-chest drape\u003cbr data-end=\"240\" data-start=\"237\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"250\" data-start=\"240\"\u003eStone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matched coral cabochons arranged in cross-form cluster stations\u003cbr data-end=\"317\" data-start=\"314\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"327\" data-start=\"317\"\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm red-orange coral with an almost matte vintage finish, contrasted by oxidized sterling silver\u003cbr data-end=\"428\" data-start=\"425\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"439\" data-start=\"428\"\u003eAccent:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silver drop accents and open sterling connector links\u003cbr data-end=\"562\" data-start=\"559\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"572\" data-start=\"562\"\u003eMetal:\u003c\/strong\u003e .925 sterling silver\u003cbr data-end=\"596\" data-start=\"593\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"607\" data-start=\"596\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Signed H Ortega | Helen Ortega, Navajo silversmith\u003cbr data-end=\"696\" data-start=\"693\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"704\" data-start=\"696\"\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Circa 1970s\u003cbr data-end=\"719\" data-start=\"716\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-is-only-node=\"\" data-end=\"730\" data-start=\"719\"\u003eStatus:\u003c\/strong\u003e Signed vintage coral and sterling silver bib necklace\u003cbr data-end=\"787\" data-start=\"784\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"801\" data-start=\"787\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Fine — see \u003ca href=\"javascript:void(0);\" onclick=\"openConditionGuidePopup()\"\u003eSCJ Vintage Condition Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"831\" data-start=\"805\" data-section-id=\"lorw0z\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1156\" data-start=\"833\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"889\" data-start=\"833\" data-section-id=\"ycj1nc\"\u003eWear scale: princess bib — spans the upper chest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"889\" data-start=\"833\" data-section-id=\"ycj1nc\"\u003eStones: approx. 5\/8\" x 1\/4\" (bezel to bezel)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"889\" data-start=\"833\" data-section-id=\"ycj1nc\"\u003ePendant size: approx. 1\" x 1\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"889\" data-start=\"833\" data-section-id=\"ycj1nc\"\u003eRound beads: approx. 8 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"889\" data-start=\"833\" data-section-id=\"ycj1nc\"\u003eMelon beads: approx. 13 x 5 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"889\" data-start=\"833\" data-section-id=\"ycj1nc\"\u003eTotal length: 17 1\/2\" (including clasp)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"889\" data-start=\"833\" data-section-id=\"ycj1nc\"\u003eClasp: hook-and-eye closure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"889\" data-start=\"833\" data-section-id=\"ycj1nc\"\u003eWeight: 75.4 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1173\" data-start=\"1158\" data-section-id=\"z9w15p\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGallery Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1548\" data-start=\"1209\"\u003eThis Helen Ortega necklace features a striking articulated bib form, built from repeating cross-form coral-cluster stations joined by open sterling links. Rather than presenting as a single pendant, the necklace spreads across the upper chest in a light, lace-like arrangement, giving the piece movement, drape, and a strong graphic silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1854\" data-start=\"1550\"\u003eThe coral cabochons are closely matched in a warm red-orange hue, lending the piece a softened vintage character. Each cluster is set in sawtooth bezels against dark oxidized recesses, creating a vibrant contrast and making the coral read with greater depth and dimension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2252\" data-start=\"1856\"\u003eThe open connector work is an important part of the design. Diamond-shaped sterling links and slender bar elements give the bib flexibility, allowing the stations to articulate across the neckline instead of sitting as a rigid plate. Small silver drops add rhythm at the cluster edges, while the upper strand of round and melon beads gives the necklace structure without competing with the coral bib.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2506\" data-start=\"2254\"\u003eThe result is a vintage coral statement necklace with unusual movement, balanced proportions, and bold color harmony — a piece well suited to collectors drawn to signed Native American silverwork with warmth, graphic presence, and graceful wearability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2069\" data-start=\"2044\" data-section-id=\"1xvxpws\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHallmark \u0026amp; Maker Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2347\" data-start=\"2071\"\u003eThis necklace is signed Helen Ortega. Public biographical information appears limited, so the listing stays focused on the signed maker mark, coral cluster construction, sterling silver beadwork, foxtail chain, hook-and-eye closure, and circa-1970s character of the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2650\" data-start=\"2349\"\u003eThe construction is consistent with Navajo work, including the set-stone coral clusters, sterling silver bead elements, articulated bib layout, and traditional closure. SCJ presents the necklace through its visible signature and construction details rather than adding unsupported biographical claims.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e✨ Collector inquiries are welcome. SCJ is open to thoughtful questions, documented observations, and new information that deepens the story of a piece. With permission, selected comments from our Members may be featured in our upcoming Collectors Circle Insights publications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Silver Cactus Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46099262210245,"sku":"00063NEMNJ12059","price":1685.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0669\/0956\/9221\/files\/4190193-2.png?v=1776619092"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0669\/0956\/9221\/collections\/Necklaces.png?v=1721617440","url":"https:\/\/www.silvercactusjewelry.com\/collections\/necklaces.oembed?page=2","provider":"Silver Cactus Jewelry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}