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Baby Olive Shell Turquoise Choker

Baby Olive Shell Turquoise Choker

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There is a quiet beauty in simplicity, and this handcrafted Navajo choker captures it effortlessly. Rich blue-green turquoise is paired with warm baby olive shell heishi, creating an earthy color palette that feels both timeless and unmistakably Southwestern. The natural contrast between the vibrant turquoise and the deep cocoa tones of the shell gives this necklace a balanced, organic look that complements nearly any wardrobe.

Every turquoise stone has been individually selected for its unique character, with natural matrix patterns and subtle variations that ensure no two necklaces are exactly alike. The baby olive shell provides texture and warmth, allowing the turquoise to stand out while adding depth and movement throughout the design. Together, these natural materials create a piece that feels grounded, elegant, and easy to wear every day.

Hand strung by Navajo artist Darlene Huskie, this choker reflects decades of traditional craftsmanship passed down through generations. Each bead is carefully arranged by hand, creating a harmonious flow that showcases the beauty of every individual stone while maintaining a comfortable fit around the neckline.

Whether worn on its own or layered with longer necklaces, this choker offers effortless versatility. Its rich earth tones and authentic natural materials make it equally at home with a casual outfit, western attire, or a more polished look. Designed to become a lasting favorite, it is a beautiful reminder that the finest jewelry begins with nature itself.

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: Baby Olive Shell, Turquoise, 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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How We Test Turquoise

Testing is a skill. Some pieces of turquoise you can tell right when you pick them up. Others require a more scientific approach. Click here to See The 4 Ways To Test Turquoise:

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