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8mm Navajo Pearls - Orange Spiny Oyster/Green Turquoise

$223.00

Machine Made Beads Strung by Navajo Artist Marilyn Platero

Length16" A.
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  • Artist Information
  • Stone Information
  • 8mm Navajo Pearls
  • Sterling Silver
  • Genuine Orange Spiny Oyster & Turquoise
  • Machine Made Beads
  • Hand Strung by Native American Artist Marilyn Platero

Click Here for Bead Size Reference and Necklace Length Guide

Spiny Oyster:

Spiny Oyster is a vibrant shell material commonly found in orange, red, and purple hues, with rare yellow variations. The colors are influenced by the mollusks' diet and the water's depth and temperature. It can be distinguished from coral by the white variations in its shell. Predominantly sourced from the Sea of Cortez (Gulf of California), Spiny Oyster is used extensively in Native American jewelry. Read More

Kingman Turquoise - Arizona

The Kingman Mine, located near Kingman, Arizona, is an active turquoise mine that has been in production since the 1880s, following its discovery by S.A. Colbaugh in the Aztec Mountains. The Colbaugh family continues to mine, process, sort, and distribute Kingman Turquoise. Most Kingman Turquoise is porous and requires processing for jewelry, with only about 3% of the stones being naturally hard enough for direct use. The mine is renowned for its blue matrix turquoise. Read More

Spiny Oyster
About Marilyn Platero's Navajo Pearls

Navajo pearls by Marilyn Platero are a stunning blend of traditional style and contemporary craftsmanship. Known for her impeccable attention to detail, Marilyn strings her pearls on foxtail chain and finishes the ends with soldered clasps for added durability. Her use of machine-made beads provides a uniform and consistent appearance compared to handmade options. The use of machines also allows her to create pearls that range in size from 4mm. Unlike other machine-made beads, Marilyn's have a substantial weight and feel, adding to their quality and appearance. Her beads are oxidized and buffed by hand by Navajo artist Bronson Belone.

For more information on the difference between hand made and machine made beads click heri

Understanding Our Measurements

Necklace lengths are measured from end to end, including the clasp. For necklaces featuring extension chains, the length is measured from the clasp to the shortest option. There for if an extension length is listed it is in addition to the listed necklace length, allowing for adjustable sizing.

When Can I Expect My Order to Ship?

We don't like to wait for our online orders & feel you shouldn't have to either. We ship Monday through Friday and strive to process orders within 24 hours. Most orders placed by 4:30 PM are shipped the same day. Please note that during peak seasons, like Christmas, shipping may take a bit longer. When you check out, you should see an estimated delivery date. If you have any questions or need to confirm shipping times, feel free to call or text us!

Am I Buying Authentic Native Jewelry?

We prioritize honesty and transparency regarding the origin of our jewelry. Each piece on our site includes a detailed description, and if an item is not native-made, we clearly indicate that. While we do offer a small selection of imported jewelry, we do not support the importation of pieces that replicate original native designs.

Styling Questions?

We’re here to assist you with all your styling needs! Whether you have questions about layering necklaces, selecting the perfect pieces, or finding complementary colors, we’ve got you covered.

While we provide a necklace length guide to help you make informed choices, we understand that layering can be tricky. If you need additional assistance, feel free to reach out! We’re happy to lay out different combinations and send photos to ensure you achieve the look you want. Trying to match multiple pieces? We strive to accurately represent colors in our images, but please keep in mind that screen settings can vary. If you would like additional photos or pieces photographed together for better comparison we are happy to do so.

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8mm Navajo Pearls - Orange Spiny Oyster/Green Turquoise

$223.00
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