Nevada Green Turquoise and Orange Spiny Oyster Necklace Santo Domingo

Our Nevada Green Turquoise and Orange Spiny Oyster Necklace Santo Domingo is a beautiful expression of color, movement, and traditional Pueblo artistry. Handcrafted by Santo Domingo (Kewa) Pueblo female artisan especially for us, this striking necklace combines richly hued Nevada Green turquoise beads with vibrant orange spiny oyster shell, creating a palette inspired by desert landscapes, glowing sunsets, and the natural beauty of the Southwest. At the center, delicate orange spiny oyster drops form a graceful focal point, adding movement and warmth to the design while honoring generations of Native jewelry-making traditions.

Nevada Green turquoise is treasured for its earthy green tones, intricate natural matrix, and organic beauty that reflects the landscapes from which it comes. Mined in Nevada, this turquoise is admired for its calming hues that range from soft sage to deep green with golden and brown veining. Paired alongside vivid orange spiny oyster shell, the necklace creates a beautiful balance of earth and sea. Spiny oyster shell, gathered from the warm waters of the Sea of Cortez, has been traded and treasured by Indigenous peoples of the Southwest for centuries because of its vibrant color, rarity, and spiritual significance. Together, these natural materials tell a story of connection, trade, and artistry across generations.

This necklace also celebrates the enduring craftsmanship of Santo Domingo Pueblo artisans, known for their extraordinary skill in hand-shaping and stringing stone and shell jewelry. Every bead has been individually cut, polished, and arranged by hand with remarkable precision and balance. Jean Marie commissioned this piece directly from the artisan exclusively for our collection, making it an especially meaningful and personal design. 

More than jewelry, it is a celebration of heritage, craftsmanship, and the enduring beauty of Santo Domingo artistry.

Bead size 8-10mm

Length 15" from nape of neck

Made in USA