Rare Red Spiny Oyster and Kingman Turquoise Necklace Santo Domingo

Our Rare Red Spiny Oyster and Turquoise Necklace from the Santo Domingo Pueblo is a true museum-quality creation, crafted entirely by hand with extraordinary care and artistry. Each bead has been cut, shaped, and polished by a master female artisan who makes these exclusively for us. Her work has been celebrated at the National Museum of the American Indian in New York, a testament to the caliber and cultural importance of her artistry. This very special artisan, pours her heart and heritage into every detail, continuing the legacy of her mother and grandmother while now teaching her daughter the same craft, they only make jewelry when they are happy., so they transmit that happiness to whomever is lucky enough to don this piece! To wear this necklace is to carry the spirit of three generations of women who treat us like family and infuse their soul into every piece.

The rare fiery red spiny oyster shell beads are very hard to make in this large 11mm size. Spiny oyster is known for its connection to vitality, the sea, and the life-giving waters. Along the back of the necklace and in between each spiny oyster bead, the turquoise beads add balance and symbolism, honoring the stone’s sacred role as a protector and a spiritual bridge between earth and sky. Together the Native Americans believe that the spiny oyster and turquoise create a harmony of fire and water, passion and peace.

The artisan’s handwork is breathtaking, each disc-shaped bead is ground and polished into heishi form, one of the oldest and most challenging jewelry traditions. The precision and evenness of the beads allow the necklace to drape smoothly, showing not only the skill but also the patience and devotion required to complete such a piece.

This necklace is more than adornment, it is a rare, one-of-a-kind heirloom, blending natural beauty with cultural meaning. With its powerful combination of red spiny oyster in front and turquoise flowing around the back, it embodies both strength and serenity, making it a treasure to be cherished for generations.

Necklace Length: 15.5"

Weight 3.8oz = 108gr

Spiny Oyster Bead Size 11mm

Made in USA