{"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","url":"https:\/\/www.silvercactusjewelry.com\/products\/navajo-yei-naja-silver-dollar-mercury-dime-bead-necklace","provider":"Silver Cactus Jewelry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}