Turquoise Strawberry Fortress
Turquoise Strawberry Fortress
Turquoise Strawberry Fortress
Turquoise Strawberry Fortress

Turquoise Strawberry Fortress

$279.99

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Feel the weight of tradition with this "Turquoise Strawberry Fortress" necklace, a bold and heavy-duty piece that commands attention with its chunky, substantial design.

The large green Turquoise nuggets anchor the necklace, their deep, earthy tones streaked with golden-brown matrix, evoking the rugged strength of ancient cliffs under a vast sky, each one carrying the sacred essence of the Blue World—a spiritual touchstone for the Diné.

Interspersed among the Turquoise, a mixture of large and small strawberry lip shell discs adds a soft, coral-pink warmth, their glossy surfaces shimmering like the blush of a desert flower at dawn, creating a striking contrast that feels both powerful and tender.

The varying sizes of the shell discs add a dynamic rhythm, enhancing the necklace’s commanding presence.

A sturdy silver clasp secures this robust piece with a touch of elegance, its subtle shine ensuring the natural materials remain the focal point.

Crafted by Darlene Huskie of the Nakai Diné Clan, this is authentic Navajo jewelry, a testament to strength and artistry in every bead.

Perfect for those who seek a statement piece that embodies resilience and heritage, this necklace adds a bold, grounding energy to any look, whether worn for a significant cultural event or as a daily reminder of inner fortitude.

A Darlene Huskie Original

22.5 inches

Materials: Strawberry Lip, Turquoise, & a Silver Clasp

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"... I love Turquoise. Something about it intrigues me greatly and makes me feel very peaceful. Thank you for shining Light on Mother Earth." -Beryl P.

Meet The Artist

Meet Darlene, Navajo Jewelry Artist 

Darlene has been making turquoise necklaces and other Navajo jewelry for almost 30 years.

She says she learned the skill from her in-laws.

Using turquoise, silver, glass beads, and shell she crafts these beautiful jewelry pieces.

Darlene is of the Nakai Diné Clan.

Turquoise to our Diné is important.

Representing the "Blue World", it tells the Holy People... "We know where we come from".

Turquoise is a semi-precious stone.

These small turquoise nuggets are stabilized to make them last the test of time.

Turquoise is also worn for protection when roaming outside of the sacred mountains.

To find out about our turquoise testing process... CLICK HERE