Effie C Zuni Sterling Silver Native American Pendant Necklace Turquoise
Located in Wallkill, NY
Beaded Necklace with Snake wrapped Turquoise which is Hallmarked Effie C Zuni in Sterling silver. Pendent measures 2.11 in x 1.20 in- Chain measures 18 in End to end.
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Vintage Effie Calavaza Zuni Sterling Silver Turquoise Snake Cuff
Located in New York, NY
Weight: 77.9 Grams Stone: Turquoise Measurements: 25.7 x 77 x 52.5mm Size: 7" Inside Cuff Circumference: 5.5" Cuff Opening: 35.85mm Metal: Sterling Silver Hallmarks: Effie C., Zuni ...
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Native American Effie Calavaza Silver Turquoise Snake Ring Size 11 #19867
By Zuni
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Weighs approx 21.5g, 13.8dwt Measures approx 1 1/8" high at front, stones measure approx 10mm x 12mm. Marked EFFIE C ZUNI (tests for silver) Very nice condition with light surface...
Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver
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H 1.18 in W 0.79 in D 0.79 in
Southwestern Sterling Silver Turquoise Size 10 Zuni Snake Ring by Effie Calavaza
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Perfect for those who appreciate statement jewelry with mystic symbolism and Southwestern style. Hallmarks: "EFFIE C ZUNI" for Effie Calavaza in Zuni, New Mexico Effie C.
Silver
Early Effie C Zuni Sterling Silver Snake Turquoise Cuff Bracelet
Located in Wallkill, NY
Two snakes wrapping themselves around the center Turquoise stone Bracelet has 5 stones Measures .77" wide 1.20" opening Will fit a 6" to 7" wrist Effie Calavaza is a Nativ...
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Zuni Turquoise and Coral Set Sterling Snake Cuff Bracelet
Located in Litchfield, CT
WEIGHT: 80.6 grams STONES: Turquoise and coral HALLMARKS: Effie C. for Effie Calavaza and Zuni STOCK NUMBER: 22094 Jewelry acquired from this dealer must delight you.
Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
$890
H 0.48 in D 1.98 in L 2.38 in
Vintage Native American Navajo Sterling and Turquoise Bracelet Cuff
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Native American Navajo Sterling and Turquoise Bracelet Cuff c.1940s Hand engraved and hand forged. A wonderful stacking cuff! The patina of the silver is oxidized, we do not...
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Navajo Royston Turquoise Pendant Necklace
By Navajo
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Navajo turquoise pendant by Wil Denetdale. Natural, untreated Royston stone in asymmetrical teardrop shape. Set in twisted rope border with stamps, slashes, and sterling beads. Stamp...
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Navajo Number 8 Turquoise and Sterling Silver Pendant
By Navajo
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Navajo sterling silver and No. 8 turquoise pendant on simple sterling silver chain by Caleb Calles. Natural, grade A quality, untreated stone set in a classic sterling twisted rope b...
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Native American Navajo Turquoise Sterling silver Necklace
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning Turquoise on this handmade piece of Native American Jewelry. Large in scale. 3 pieces of Turquoise set in an elaborate leaf pendant Measuring 4.28 inches long x 2.21 inches...
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Large and Exceptional Navajo Kingman Turquoise Bolo
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Exceptionally large Native American Navajo Indian Kingman turquoise and sterling silver bolo by Avin Joe. This piece is a show stopper! 1 inch thick, 6 inches long, 4 inches wide and...
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Zuni Sterling Silver Turquoise Bracelet Native American
Located in Wallkill, NY
Massive Native American Zuni Needlepoint Silver and Turquoise Oversize Cuff/ Bracelet Turquoise has a slight red matrix running in it. The turquoise is set in a saw tooth bezels. Thi...
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Vintage Navajo Native Indian Sterling Silver Turquoise Cuff Bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage sterling silver turquoise cuff bracelet features a classic Southwestern Navajo design centered around a row of natural turquoise cabochons. The bracelet is constructed a...
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
$595
H 1.78 in W 2.84 in L 0.99 in
Vintage Southwestern Zuni Turquoise Cabochon Sterling Silver Cuff Bracelet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine turquoise Zuni Pueblo cuff bracelet. In sterling silver. Bezel set with 3 row of small turquoise cabochons. Simply a wonderful Southwestern bracelet! Date: 20th Century ...
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Vintage Navajo Sterling Silver and Turquoise Snake Cuff Bracelet, Signed JJ
Located in Greeneville, TN
A striking vintage Navajo sterling silver cuff bracelet featuring an intricately sculpted snake motif entwined among an array of natural turquoise cabochons. Rich in symbolism and ex...
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
American Indian Turquoise Cuff
Located in New York, NY
Attractive Navajo cuff of graduated turquoises set in silver with twisted wire and shot work. Great for men or women. Interior 2.5 x 2", USA 1940's. The bracelet measures 7.5" in le...
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Kathleen Chavez Navajo Sterling Silver Turquoise Cuff
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Kathleen Chavez Navajo Sterling Silver Turquoise Cuff. It depicts a large oval cabochon Turquoise with golden brown matrix framed with sterling silver beads and surrounded ...
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Three-Stone Turquoise and Sterling Silver Cuff Bracelet
By Navajo
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Three-stone Kingman turquoise and sterling silver cuff bracelet. Large stones with colors that vary from light blue to a green teal, all having rich brown matrix. Each stone in bezel...
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Native American Zuni Turquoise Necklace, 1960s
Located in Wallkill, NY
Large, very large Pendant hanging on Rattle snake jar beads. The pendant measures 3.24 in x 2.51 in. The Beads graduate in size from 20mm down to 9mm and the Necklace length is 30 i...
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Vintage Native American Zuni Turquoise and Sterling Silver Large Cuff Bracelet
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Highly Desirable Native American Zuni Turquoise and 925 Sterling Silver Large Cuff Bracelet. Featuring multi-Turquoise in beautifully Hand-crafted Sterling Silver f...
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Vintage Turquoise Native American 925 Silver Pendant Necklace
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This vintage Native American pendant necklace is a striking piece crafted from genuine 925 sterling silver. Showcasing traditional craftsmanship, the pendant features intricate hand-...
Turquoise, Silver
Vintage Navajo Turquoise Sterling Silver Cuff
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This vintage Navajo turquoise sterling silver cuff is a striking example of traditional Southwestern craftsmanship. Handcrafted by a skilled Navajo artisan, the cuff features a stunn...
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Coral, Turquoise and Bear Claw Necklace
By Navajo
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
The turquoise is from the Kingman Mine in Arizona. Bear claw with turquoise and coral. Twelve claws total. Exceptional; museum quality. Old Pawn. Acquired from an individual whose fa...
Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Roberto Cavalli 2003 Runway Cut-Out Silk Gown Showstopper Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Berlin, BE
Holy Grail Archival Cavalli Gown (The corset shown on some images is not included ) Thie beautiful Roberto Cavalli’s Spring/Summer 2003 gown is an exquisite statement in feminine all...
Sterling Silver Turquoise Turtle Fetish Necklace Old Pawn Native American
Located in Wallkill, NY
1950s sterling silver beaded necklace with 5 turtles. Turquoise set in each turtle. measuring 16 inches. Hallmarked on the back. Patina as found. This is out of a massive collection ...
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Multi-Strand Beaded Necklace
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Four strand choker necklace. Featuring interspersed stones of turquoise, coral, purple and orange spiny oyster, and lapis. All beads are of different sizes and shapes, including roun...
Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Cuff Bracelet sleeping beauty Navajo Turquoise- Native American
Located in Wallkill, NY
Hand crafted Sleeping Beauty Navajo Sterling silver bracelet. 3 Rings makes up the bracelet with 7 bezel set Turquoise stones set in a graduated fashion. This can be worn by both a m...
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Opal Yellow Gold Pendant Multicolor Australian Stone
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
14K yellow gold necklace with natural boulder Opal opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.16 х 0.55 х 1.34 in / 4 х 14 х 34 mm opal weight - 32 carats pendant weight - 10.79 ...
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,241
Size: French 40/42
Christian Dior by Gianfranco Ferre S/S 1994 vintage black silk evening dress
By Gianfranco Ferré, Christian Dior
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Enjoy this item as part of our Holiday Sale, for one week! Christian Dior by Gianfranco Ferre spring summer 1994 runway black silk evening dress. A white version was presented on th...
Vintage 2004 Christian Dior by Galliano Silk Bias-Cut Gown dress, with stole
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
The vintage John Galliano creation for Christian Dior showcases his signature flair for dramatic elegance, crafted in 2004. This black silk gown is adorned with intricate metallic fl...
Rare 17th Century Late Renaissance Period Diamond Enamel Gold Snake Ring
Located in New York, NY
Fine, museum quality Late Renaissance period diamond, white and cobalt enamel gold snake ring 17th Century This beautiful ring is a remarkable example of Late Renaissance period jewe...
Diamond, Gold, Enamel
1890s Navajo Sterling Squash Blossom Necklace
By Navajo
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
The earliest Navajo pieces did not have turquoise; this sand-cast and handmade squash blossom is turn of the century - most probably before; made for own use; simple, stunning and im...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Turquoise Spiny Oyster & Necklace Hand Crafted Santo Domingo
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning Large spiny oyster topped with turquoise. The back of the shell is stunning as well. Sterling Silver Beaded necklace with hook and eye enclosure. Shell Measures 3.38 in. top...
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Stunning Rare Tommy Singer Three-Strand Necklace
By Tommy Singer
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Three-strand necklace signed by Tommy Singer. Onyx tube beads with accent beads of silver and 14k gold, turquoise, spiny oyster, and lapis. Rare and stunning! Tommy Singer (1940 - M...
Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Sterling silver Turquoise Coral Necklace Native American Zuni Sun Face Spinner
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning Sun Face Necklace, Coral, Turquoise and Mother of pearl set in sterling silver. 3 Dangles with stones set. This measures 26 in total drop. The Spinner is 3 in, Collar is .50...
Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Southwestern Sterling Denim Lapis and Opal Inlay Cuff Bracelet 6.5
Located in Webster, SD
This gorgeous vintage cuff bracelet is new old stock. It features stunning denim lapis and opal inlay. The face of this bracelet measures 5/16 of an inch wide. The band measures 1/4...
Lapis Lazuli, Opal, Sterling Silver
1960s Sterling Silver Turquoise Beaded Necklace Pawn
Located in Wallkill, NY
Another statement piece!. Measuring 3.15 Top to bottom x 2.5 Wide. Two wonderful early Turquoise Stones set in a huge sterling pendant. Three strands of beading Measuring 20 inches...
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Turquoise Beaded Necklace with Turquoise Pendant
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Sterling silver old style pendant by Navajo silversmith Leonard James. A pear-shaped turquoise stone in the center is surrounded by 17 smaller turquoise cabochons. The sterling silve...
The thought of vintage and antique turquoise jewelry often conjures up images of striking Navajo bracelets and necklaces worn with a denim shirt and cowboy boots. This all-American look has been celebrated by fashion designers like Ralph Lauren and Tommy Hilfiger on their runways and in ad campaigns. In the October 2016 issue of Vogue magazine, Tom Ford said he only wears turquoise jewelry at his Santa Fe ranch. So what is it about this gorgeous blue-green stone that makes us wish that we were born in December?
It’s not surprising that turquoise is abundant in New Mexico and Arizona because, according to the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), it needs to be in “dry and barren regions where acidic, copper-rich groundwater seeps downward and reacts with minerals that contain phosphorus and aluminum.
Turquoise is not found in a single crystal but is a combination of microcrystals. Its appearance, waxy and opaque, is attributed to its structure and composition. “It’s an aggregate of microscopic crystals that form a solid mass. If the crystals are packed closely together, the material is less porous, so it has a finer texture. Fine-textured turquoise has an attractive, waxy luster when it’s polished. Turquoise with a less-dense crystal structure has higher porosity and coarser texture, resulting in a dull luster when it’s polished,” notes the GIA. Since no one wants to set a dull piece of turquoise, porous turquoise is often treated to make the stone more attractive.
In the United States, there have been discoveries of turquoise from 200 B.C. It is not just loose turquoise stones that have been found, but entire suites of jewelry from prehistoric times. In the late 19th-century, the Navajo Indians, who learned silversmithing from the Spanish, started to make beads out of turquoise and eventually combined it with silver around the 1880s. Initially this jewelry was for ceremonial purposes, but it became fashionable once the tourism in the Southwest picked up in the beginning of the 20th century.
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