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Navajo Traditional Teachings

Apple Coral Turquoise Choker

Apple Coral Turquoise Choker

$149.99 USD
$149.99 USD
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Rich color has a way of transforming even the simplest outfit, and this choker does exactly that. Vibrant apple coral brings warmth and energy while natural turquoise adds the unmistakable beauty that has made it one of the most admired stones in Southwestern jewelry. Finished with baby olive shell spacers, the combination feels bold without being overpowering, creating a necklace that's equally at home with your favorite denim as it is with a special occasion.

No two turquoise stones are ever exactly alike, and that's part of what makes this necklace so special. Natural variations in color, shape, and matrix give every piece its own personality, while the warm coral creates a striking contrast that draws the eye without competing for attention. It's the kind of necklace people notice—not because it's flashy, but because it feels authentic, balanced, and beautifully put together.

Created by Navajo artist Darlene Huskie, this necklace reflects nearly 30 years of experience creating traditional jewelry. After learning the craft through her husband's family, Darlene has spent decades refining her artistry, developing an eye for pairing natural materials in ways that feel timeless rather than trendy. Every necklace is individually crafted with the care and attention that only years of experience can bring.

Because authenticity matters, every turquoise piece from Navajo Traditional Teachings includes a Certificate of Authenticity. In a marketplace filled with imported imitations and misleading claims, you can wear your jewelry with confidence, knowing exactly who created it and where it came from.

This isn't simply another turquoise necklace to add to your collection. It's the one you'll reach for when you want to feel effortlessly put together, knowing you're wearing an authentic piece of Navajo craftsmanship that will never go out of style.

Because authenticity matters, every turquoise piece from Navajo Traditional Teachings includes a Certificate of Authenticity. In a marketplace filled with imported imitations and misleading claims, you can wear your jewelry with confidence, knowing exactly who created it and where it came from.

A Darlene Huskie Original

Materials: Turquoise, Apple Coral, Baby Olive Shell, Sterling Silver

Length: 18"

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Meet The Artist

Meet Darlene... Navajo Jewelry Artist

Darlene Huskie is a Navajo jewelry artist with nearly three decades of experience creating hand-strung turquoise necklaces and traditional Diné adornment. Taught within her husband’s family, she carries forward a lineage of beadwork that blends patience, precision, and cultural memory.

Working with turquoise, sterling silver, shell, and glass beads, Darlene carefully selects and arranges each element by hand, allowing color, balance, and natural beauty to guide every design. Her pieces are not mass-produced — each necklace is individually made, reflecting the quiet skill and steady hands of an artist who has spent a lifetime perfecting her craft.

Darlene is of the Nakai Diné Clan, and her work reflects the enduring Navajo tradition of jewelry as both personal adornment and cultural expression.

Authentic Turquoise

With only 5 active turquoise mines left in the U.S.—led by the iconic Kingman Mine—much of today’s turquoise comes from past sources. Check the map… your piece may be rarer than you think.

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