Sterling Silver 4mm Navajo Pearl 16" Necklace

Size:
Approx. 16"

About:
Navajo Pearls are handcrafted sterling silver beads, made by Navajo silversmiths using time-honored techniques passed down through generations. Each bead is formed, soldered, and polished by hand, often leaving subtle variations that reflect the artisan’s touch. Their name comes from the way the softly oxidized silver mimics the sheen of natural pearls, giving them a timeless beauty that pairs effortlessly with turquoise and other Southwestern stones. Worn alone or layered, Navajo Pearls are more than jewelry, they are a symbol of Navajo craftsmanship and a staple of authentic Southwestern style.

Native American History:
The production of Native American jewelry began thousands of years ago with stones, bones, coral, and shells. Natives turned these materials into wearable jewelry and traded them for other goods between tribes.
Jewelry was also a marker of status within Native American communities. Individuals of the ruling or elite class typically wore more elaborate pieces to indicate their significant place in society.
Native Americans even carved tiny beads out of shells and bones to wear as necklaces or bracelets, similar to the ones we wear today.
They wore pendants on leather strings, rings, and earrings from materials in their surrounding environment.
Much of the jewelry that is on the market today has been influenced by these early jewelry makers.