Kingman Turquoise and Spiny Oyster Three Strand Traditional Santo Domingo Necklace

This Kingman Turquoise and Spiny Oyster Three Strand Necklace is a striking expression of Santo Domingo Pueblo artistry, a celebration of balance, color, and ancestral craftsmanship. Entirely handcrafted by a female Native American artisan especially for us, this piece harmoniously blends two materials cherished for centuries: vivid blue Kingman turquoise and fiery spiny oyster shell, each carrying deep cultural and natural significance.

The Kingman Turquoise, mined in Arizona, is among the oldest and most celebrated turquoise sources in North America. Known for its brilliant sky-blue hue and intricate matrix patterns, it has been prized by Indigenous peoples for generations, a sacred stone believed to bring protection, healing, and connection to the spiritual world. Its luminous tone evokes the vast Southwestern skies, reflecting strength and serenity in equal measure.

Complementing the turquoise is the spiny oyster shell, a material once traded across ancient Puebloan routes long before modern commerce. Harvested from the warm waters of the Gulf of California, spiny oyster’s vivid orange-red tones have symbolized life, vitality, and the sacred energy of the sun. In Pueblo culture, it represents balance and the harmonious relationship between land and sea, embodying both beauty and endurance.

The necklace’s three-strand design showcases the artistry and precision of Santo Domingo craftsmanship. Each hand-strung bead is carefully graduated, allowing the necklace to drape gracefully and fluidly against the skin. The intertwining strands of turquoise and spiny oyster create a visual rhythm, the cool tranquility of blue meeting the passionate warmth of orange, echoing the natural harmony that defines Indigenous aesthetics. Finished with traditional wrapping at the neckline, it maintains the authenticity of Pueblo jewelry-making techniques passed down through generations.

More than an adornment, this necklace is a living link to heritage and identity. Its colors speak of sky and earth, its textures of time and tradition. Whether worn as a statement of cultural appreciation or as a piece of timeless elegance, the Kingman Turquoise and Spiny Oyster Santo Domingo Necklace embodies the spirit of artistry, resilience, and beauty that has defined Native jewelry for centuries.

Number of strands: 3 

Necklace Length: 15.5"

The necklace in the photo is what you will receive.