Navajo Traditional Teachings

Orange Coral Turquoise Necklace

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Bold color meets timeless craftsmanship in this striking. Rich turquoise stones are paired with vibrant orange coral, creating a beautiful contrast that immediately catches the eye. Warm baby olive shell heishi flows between each section, softening the bold palette and giving the necklace a balanced, collected feel. Whether worn with a crisp white blouse or your favorite denim jacket, it adds effortless character to any outfit.

Each material contributes something unique to the design. The turquoise brings natural beauty through its varied shapes and distinctive matrix, while the vivid orange coral introduces warmth and energy without overwhelming the piece. Baby olive shell adds subtle texture and earthy tones that tie the colors together, while sterling silver accents provide just enough brightness to finish the design with understated elegance.

For generations, turquoise has been one of the defining elements of traditional Navajo jewelry, admired for its remarkable color and the individuality found in every stone. Paired with other natural materials, it creates jewelry that feels authentic, enduring, and connected to a long tradition of thoughtful craftsmanship. The natural variations throughout this necklace ensure that no two pieces are ever exactly alike.

Created by Navajo artist Darlene Huskie, this necklace reflects nearly 30 years of experience designing jewelry that celebrates the beauty of natural materials. Having learned through her husband's family, Darlene thoughtfully creates each piece with careful attention to color, proportion, and lasting style. Her designs are made to be worn often and appreciated for years to come.

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, Orange Coral, Baby Olive Shell, Sterling Silver

Length: 24 inches

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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.

Turquoise Map

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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Orange Coral Turquoise Necklace