Tapered Turquoise Harmony Necklace

This striking necklace showcases meticulously crafted tapered turquoise beads, a labor-intensive process that involves carefully shaping each bead to create a seamless gradient effect. The vibrant turquoise is complemented by a central section of pink lip shell, adding a soft, natural contrast. The dedication to handcrafting the tapered beads highlights the skill and artistry involved in its creation. Darlene Huskie is a Navajo jewelry artist of the Nakai Diné (Spaniard) Clan and has been creating handcrafted turquoise necklaces and beadwork for nearly 30 years. She learned her craft through her in-laws, continuing a lineage of family-taught jewelry making passed down through generations. Working with turquoise, silver, shell, glass beads, and many other types of beads... Darlene creates necklaces that honor tradition through careful handwork, cultural continuity, and the quiet strength of Navajo artistry. A Darlene Huskie Original Materials: Turquoise, Red Coral, Silver, Strawberry Li