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Rhodonite Turquoise Necklace

Rhodonite Turquoise Necklace

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There's an effortless beauty to a necklace that lets natural stones speak for themselves. This 24-inch design features substantial turquoise nuggets, each with its own distinctive shape and earthy matrix, creating a look that feels organic and beautifully collected. Soft blush rhodonite accents provide a gentle contrast between the vibrant turquoise, giving the necklace warmth and refinement that make it just as at home with a favorite denim shirt as it is with a classic black dress.

The materials complement one another in a way that feels balanced and timeless. The bold turquoise brings rich color and natural texture, while the smooth rhodonite adds subtle warmth without competing for attention. Sterling silver accents create quiet definition throughout the design, allowing each stone to stand on its own while tying the entire necklace together with understated elegance.

For generations, turquoise has been treasured in traditional Navajo jewelry for its remarkable beauty and individuality. No two stones are ever exactly alike, and their natural variations are part of what makes each handcrafted piece so special. By thoughtfully pairing turquoise with complementary natural materials, this necklace celebrates a style that has remained admired for decades.

Created by Navajo artist Darlene Huskie, this necklace reflects nearly 30 years of experience designing jewelry with enduring appeal. Having learned through her husband's family, Darlene thoughtfully creates each piece with an appreciation for natural materials, careful proportions, and timeless design. Her jewelry is made to become a lasting part of the collection you'll reach for again and again.

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, Rhodonite, 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.

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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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