Native American Indian turquoise medallion necklace with multi-stones in sterling silver. Made by Arizona Navajo artist, Hank Whitethorne. Comprised of intricately designed sterling silver, and polished turquoise, sugilite, jet, coral, lapis these "conchos" line together to drop a sizable triangulated turquoise medallion pendant.
This gorgeous Native American Indian turquoise necklace has also been worn as a hip slung concho belt to terrific effect! Truly a show stopping, sensational, heirloom piece. A one-of-a-kind piece of jewelry, a one-of-a-kind piece of art. Whitethorne's work is museum quality stunning! Hook-and-eye clasp closure.
Necklace measures: 30+"L
ea. concho measures: 1-1/2"W x 1-1/2"H
turquoise medallion measures: 3"W x 3-1/2"H
Navajo artist Hank Whitethorne grew up in Shonto, AZ. He is Lok’aa’ dine’e (Reed Clan), born for Hashk’aa hadzohi (Yucca Fruit Strung-Out-In-A-Line Clan). Whitethorne is one of the finest Native American jewelry artists of our time.
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