Kingman Turquoise and Spiny Oyster Heishi Necklace Santo Domingo

This breathtaking necklace features finely crafted beads made from Kingman turquoise, heishi shell, and spiny oyster shell, three of the most revered materials in Native American jewelry-making. Each bead is hand-cut, ground, and polished, following techniques perfected by the Pueblo people over centuries. The heishi tradition is one of the oldest jewelry forms in North America, representing patience, precision, and an intimate relationship with the natural world. Kingman turquoise, mined in Arizona, is one of the oldest and most iconic sources of turquoise, prized for its vivid blue-green hues and beautiful matrix. For Native peoples, turquoise holds deep spiritual meaning representing protection, healing, harmony, and connection between sky and water. It is often seen as a sacred stone, carrying prayers to the heavens and safeguarding the wearer. Spiny oyster shell, with its vibrant oranges, reds, and purples, adds warmth and balance. Traditionally harvested from the waters of the Gu