This outstanding Necklace showcases a Kingman Turquoise and Sterling Silver Pendant by Navajo artist Elouise Kee. The Turquoise is classic Kingman, blue-green in color splashed with golden brown matrix. The stone is cut in a teardrop shape and wrapped by a raised Sterling Silver Bezel and Twisted Sterling Wire. The Turquoise is set on 2 layers of Sterling Silver, with the top layer decoratively cut and stamped. The bottom layer of Sterling Silver is polished on the back and oxidized on the front to accentuate the cut-out patterns. Both layers of Sterling Silver mirror the shape of the Kingman Stone. The Pendant has a beautifully stamped Bail, and is signed on the back with the artist's hallmark and "Sterling." A terrific, impact piece with great character.
We've paired the Pendant with 3 strands of Imperial Sea Sediment Jasper Rounds. The 6mm Rounds are a blend of blue, gold and brown — color-matched to the Kingman Turquoise Pendant Stone — with a variety of intricate patterns. Each stone is unique. The Jasper is complemented by 7 styles of Czech Glass, including:
- Crystal Amber Diamonds (10 x 24mm);
- Pewter, Bronzed Cherry & Halo Heavens Fire Polished Glass Faceted Ovals (4 & 3mm);
- Amber Picasso Tri-Cut Rounds (5.5mm);
- Light Amber Glass Rondelles (6.5mm); and
- Golden Faceted Glass Bicones (4mm).
These elements add translucency, subtle sparkle, and enhance the visual impact of the design. At the top of the Necklace the Sea Sediment Jasper transitions to Halo Heavens Fire Polished Glass, streamlining the silhouette and ensuring a comfortable fit. The Necklace is finished with Sterling Silver Rounds and Toggle Clasp and adorned with a Southwest Designs Sterling Charm. The piece weighs 118 grams and is 19-1/2 inches long plus the Pendant, which is an impressive 3-3/4 inches long and 1-7/8 inches wide including the 1/2-inch Bail.
