Checker Nevada Blue Turquoise Necklace Santo Domingo

The Checker Nevada Blue Turquoise Necklace Santo Domingo is a striking celebration of raw beauty, crafted by hand from natural turquoise nuggets. Each stone has been carefully selected, drilled, and polished by Santo Domingo artisans, yet still retains its natural, organic form. This style of jewelry honors one of the oldest traditions in Pueblo craftsmanship, where turquoise is worked directly from the earth into pieces that carry both strength and authenticity.

The turquoise itself comes from the Checker mine in Nevada, a source revered for its brilliant sky-blue stones often kissed with earthy veins of brown and black matrix. As many turquoise mines have closed and deposits have become scarce, this stone has grown increasingly difficult to find, making necklaces like this especially rare and valuable. For Native peoples, turquoise has always been more than a gem—it is a sacred stone symbolizing protection, life, and harmony. It is said to connect the heavens with the waters below, a bridge between the spiritual and the earthly.

For centuries, turquoise jewelry has been a cornerstone of Southwestern history, used in trade, ceremony, and daily life. At Santo Domingo Pueblo, artisans have passed down their skills through generations, perfecting the art of turning raw turquoise into wearable treasures. This necklace reflects not only their remarkable craftsmanship but also their cultural resilience, carrying forward traditions that are thousands of years old.

When worn, this necklace radiates a sense of both grounding and timeless elegance. The cool, natural turquoise rests beautifully against the skin, its color glowing in any light. More than adornment, the Checker Nevada Blue Turquoise Necklace Santo Domingo is a piece of history—an heirloom that embodies beauty, tradition, and spirit, meant to be cherished for generations to come.

Necklace Length: 19"

 Made in USA