Turquoise Strawberry Fortress

Feel the weight of tradition with this "Turquoise Strawberry Fortress" necklace, a bold and heavy-duty piece that commands attention with its chunky, substantial design. The large green Turquoise nuggets anchor the necklace, their deep, earthy tones streaked with golden-brown matrix, evoking the rugged strength of ancient cliffs under a vast sky, each one carrying the sacred essence of the Blue World—a spiritual touchstone for the Diné. Interspersed among the Turquoise, a mixture of large and small strawberry lip shell discs adds a soft, coral-pink warmth, their glossy surfaces shimmering like the blush of a desert flower at dawn, creating a striking contrast that feels both powerful and tender. The varying sizes of the shell discs add a dynamic rhythm, enhancing the necklace’s commanding presence. A sturdy silver clasp secures this robust piece with a touch of elegance, its subtle shine ensuring the natural materials remain the focal point. Crafted by Darlene Huskie of the Nakai Diné