Gaspeite Heishi Style Necklace Santo Domingo

This vibrant Gaspeite Heishi necklace is a true celebration of Native American artistry, heritage, and meaning. Handcrafted in the Santo Domingo(Kewa) Pueblo, it represents one of the oldest jewelry-making traditions in North America. The heishi style small, hand-cut, and hand-polished disc beads, predates the introduction of silversmithing to the Southwest and reflects a craft that has been practiced for countless generations.

The Santo Domingo people are widely regarded as the masters of Heishi beadwork, carrying forward techniques passed down through families and communities. 

At the heart of this necklace is Gaspeite, a rare and strikingly green gemstone first discovered in Canada and Australia but treasured by Native American jewelers for its spiritual resonance. In Native traditions, green stones are associated with healing, renewal, and harmony with the earth. Gaspeite, with its vivid color and rarity, is believed to encourage emotional strength, openness, and a connection to the natural cycles of life. Wearing gaspeite is said to invite balance, grounding, and positive energy.

This necklace is more than a piece of jewelry, it is wearable history. Each bead carries the weight of tradition, each strand a continuation of cultural memory. Its brilliance pays homage not only to the beauty of the stone itself but also to the resilience and artistry of the Santo Domingo people, whose jewelry traditions are recognized worldwide for their authenticity and beauty.

Elegant, meaningful, and rare, this Gaspeite Heishi necklace is a testament to Native craftsmanship. It can be worn as a bold standalone piece or layered for a more contemporary look. 

Necklace Length: 17"

Number of Strands: 4

Made in USA