Yellow Serpentine and Coral Necklace Santo Domingo

This stunning necklace is handcrafted in the heishi style, featuring finely shaped yellow serpentine beads that have been cut, ground, and polished into smooth, delicate discs. The meticulous process of creating heishi beads is one of the oldest jewelry-making traditions of the Pueblo peoples, requiring patience, precision, and deep respect for the materials. Each strand flows together to create a luminous cascade of golden hues that reflect both craftsmanship and cultural heritage.

Adorning the necklace is a beautifully carved onyx horse fetish, adding powerful symbolic meaning. For many Native American tribes, the horse is a sacred figure, representing strength, freedom, mobility, and spiritual power. The arrival of the horse transformed Native life, becoming a symbol of endurance, loyalty, and connection to the land. In jewelry, a horse fetish serves as both a protective charm and a reminder of resilience, courage, and the journey of life.

The choice of yellow serpentine adds further depth to the necklace’s symbolism. Serpentine has long been associated with healing, grounding, and protection, believed to connect the wearer with the Earth’s energy. Its golden tones also represent warmth, light, and vitality. Combined with the horse fetish, the necklace becomes more than adornment—it becomes a talisman of harmony, balance, and spiritual strength.

This Yellow Serpentine Heishi Style Necklace is a true expression of tradition and artistry: a blend of natural beauty, cultural symbolism, and timeless craftsmanship that honors both the materials of the earth and the spirit of Native heritage.

Number of Strands: 8

Necklace Length: 17.5"

Made in USA