Necklace, Squash Blossom, Turquoise, Hallmark, Vintage, 3140

A STATEMENT SQUASH FOR THE AGES.

Everything about this beautiful vintage piece is timeless, classic, quintessential southwestern style. The double-strand of desert pearls is adorned with a dozen “blossoms”, each featuring a cabochon of gorgeous green turquoise framed with sterling silver rope details. It boasts a beautiful openwork 3-bar naja adorned with an additional trio of turquoise stones. Simply stunning squash blossom that will stand the test of time.

• artist: undetermined
• affiliation: likely Navajo
• hallmarks: undetermined picto Sterling
• materials: sterling silver, turquoise
• measurements: necklace length: 26", naja: 3 3/4" x 2 3/4", total length: 16 1/2"
• weight: 251 grams
• closure: hook & eye
• nice vintage condition
• stones are secure in their settings
• abrasions and surface wear commensurate with age
• silver has a nice patina 
• wear from use
• style: JN3140