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Mother of Pearl Garden Turquoise Necklace

Mother of Pearl Garden Turquoise Necklace

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Graceful Mother of Pearl accents bring a soft elegance to this handcrafted turquoise necklace. Delicate carved flowers, birds, hearts, and polished shell beads are thoughtfully spaced among vibrant natural turquoise, creating a design that feels balanced, fresh, and timeless. The luminous white shell beautifully complements the rich blues and earthy matrix of the turquoise, giving this necklace a classic Southwestern style with a gentle, feminine touch. At 23 inches long, it rests comfortably at the collarbone, making it equally beautiful worn alone or layered with other favorite pieces.

Each necklace is individually hand strung by Navajo artist Darlene Huskie using genuine turquoise, natural Mother of Pearl, sterling silver findings, and durable professional jewelry wire. Every bead is carefully selected and arranged to create harmony in color, shape, and texture, allowing the natural beauty of each material to shine. Because the turquoise and shell are natural, every necklace possesses its own unique character, ensuring that no two pieces are ever exactly alike.

For more than three decades, Darlene Huskie has handcrafted authentic Navajo jewelry that reflects both tradition and everyday wearability. Her necklaces blend natural materials with generations of craftsmanship, creating pieces that honor Navajo artistry while remaining versatile enough to complement modern wardrobes. Designed to be worn for years to come, each necklace celebrates the beauty found in nature and the care that goes into handmade Native American jewelry.

Mother of Pearl has long been admired for its soft luster and organic beauty, while turquoise has been treasured by the Navajo people for generations as one of the most meaningful stones used in traditional jewelry. Together, these natural materials create a striking yet understated combination that pairs effortlessly with denim, linen, dresses, or your favorite Southwestern styles. The carved shell details add an extra level of artistry that makes this necklace especially distinctive.

Your necklace includes a Certificate of Authenticity, verifying it was handcrafted by Navajo artist Darlene Huskie. Purchasing authentic Native American jewelry helps preserve traditional craftsmanship and supports Navajo artists who continue passing these skills from one generation to the next.

A Darlene Huskie Original.

Materials: Mother of Pearl, Silver, & Turquoise

Length: 23"

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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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