{"product_id":"vintage-navajo-sterling-silver-naja-squash-blossom-turquoise-bead-necklace-18","title":"Vintage Navajo Sterling Silver Naja Squash Blossom Turquoise Bead Necklace 18","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis vintage Navajo squash blossom necklace is a classic expression of Southwestern artistry, strung on hand-stamped sterling silver beads and crowned by a sculptural naja pendant set with vivid blue turquoise. The strand alternates rounded silver bench beads with paired \"squash blossom\" elements, each blossom flaring into slender silver petals that radiate from an oval turquoise cabochon in a serrated bezel. The turquoise displays a rich, saturated sky-to-teal blue with delicate dark matrix veining threading through several stones, the natural webbing confirming genuine stone and giving each cabochon its own personality. At the base hangs the crescent naja, the necklace's focal point, dressed with a cluster of teardrop and oval turquoise stones around its curve and a single dangling drop suspended at its center. The silverwork shows traditional hand fabrication: individually formed bezels, soldered petal assemblies, and round beads with the slightly irregular charm of bench-made work rather than uniform machine casting. A handmade hook-and-eye clasp closes the strand. The metal carries a warm aged patina, with oxidation gathered in the recesses that accentuates the dimensional petals and bead seams while the high points retain a soft silver glow. Condition presents as very good and wearable: the turquoise cabochons appear secure and intact, the petals are well formed without obvious bends, and overall wear is consistent with respectful vintage use. At roughly 18 inches, this is a comfortable, collar-length squash blossom that drapes elegantly at the throat rather than overwhelming the wearer. Collectors and Southwestern jewelry enthusiasts value these pieces for their authentic naja symbolism, the quality and color of the turquoise, and the labor-intensive handwork that defines genuine Navajo silver. It is a timeless statement necklace suited equally to everyday Western wear and serious collecting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mr Silverware","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55225668469027,"sku":"vintage-navajo-sterling-silver-naja-squash-blossom-turquoise-bead-necklace-18","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/6099\/1523\/files\/vintage-navajo-sterling-silver-naja-squash-blossom-turquoise-bead-necklace-18_01.jpg?v=1781301895","url":"https:\/\/dannysvintagewatches.com\/products\/vintage-navajo-sterling-silver-naja-squash-blossom-turquoise-bead-necklace-18","provider":"Danny's Vintage Watches","version":"1.0","type":"link"}