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Navajo Traditional Teachings

Turquoise Bloom Choker

Turquoise Bloom Choker

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Some jewelry is perfectly uniform. This necklace isn't meant to be. Every turquoise stone carries its own shape, color, and character, creating a design that feels as though it was gathered from the earth itself rather than manufactured on an assembly line. It's the kind of piece that draws people in because no two views are exactly alike.

The rich turquoise nuggets are separated by soft violet heishi, giving the necklace depth and movement while allowing each stone to stand on its own. The contrast between the vibrant blues and gentle lavender creates an unexpected combination that feels both timeless and refreshingly original. Whether paired with denim, linen, or your favorite dress, it brings natural beauty to everything you wear.

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, thoughtfully selecting and arranging each stone so every necklace feels balanced, comfortable, and beautifully unique.

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 is the kind of necklace that doesn't need to shout for attention. Its beauty comes from the individuality of the stones themselves, making it a piece you'll enjoy wearing for years and one that no one else will own in exactly the same way.

A Darlene Huskie Original

Materials: Turquoise, Violet Heishi, 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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