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Navajo Traditional Teachings

Turquoise Chip White Heishi Choker

Turquoise Chip White Heishi Choker

$149.99 USD
$149.99 USD
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Earthy, timeless, and deeply rooted in Navajo tradition, this handcrafted choker by Darlene Huskie celebrates the natural beauty of genuine turquoise. Carefully selected turquoise chips are spaced among crisp white heishi shell beads, creating a balanced design that highlights the individuality of every stone. Rich matrix patterns, vibrant blue-green hues, and naturally varied shapes ensure that each necklace is truly one of a kind.

The contrast between the bright white shell and rugged turquoise creates a striking Southwestern look that is both understated and versatile. Lightweight enough for everyday wear yet distinctive enough to stand on its own, this choker layers beautifully with other Navajo jewelry or serves as a simple statement piece all by itself. The sterling silver clasp provides a durable, elegant finish while allowing the natural materials to remain the centerpiece.

For our Navajo people, turquoise has long been regarded as one of the most sacred stones, representing protection, blessings, harmony, and a lasting connection to the Holy People. It is considered a gift from the Holy People and has been treasured for generations in both ceremonial and everyday jewelry. The white heishi shell adds a clean, traditional element that allows the vibrant turquoise to shine while reflecting the balance and simplicity often found in classic Southwestern designs.

Each necklace is individually hand-strung by Navajo artist Darlene Huskie, whose family has been creating traditional jewelry for decades. Every bead is thoughtfully placed by hand, allowing the natural variation of the turquoise to create a design that is beautifully unique while honoring generations of Navajo craftsmanship and artistry.

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, White Heishi Shell, 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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