Native American turquoise and heishi bead necklace with pendant

This necklace features a traditional Native American design combining heishi beads (small disc-shaped beads typically made from shell) with turquoise stones and a pendant. The style dates back centuries but this particular piece appears to be from the mid to late 20th century, reflecting traditional Indigenous jewelry-making techniques of the American Southwest. Native American turquoise jewelry is highly valued for its cultural significance and craftsmanship. Collectors and enthusiasts of Indigenous art particularly appreciate these pieces for their connection to Native American heritage and artistic traditions. The combination of natural materials like turquoise with handcrafted beadwork makes these necklaces sought after in both jewelry and ethnographic art markets.