{"product_id":"vintage-navajo-sterling-silver-naja-squash-blossom-turquoise-bead-necklace-28-5","title":"Vintage Navajo Sterling Silver Naja Squash Blossom Turquoise Bead Necklace 28 5","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn impressive full-length Navajo squash blossom necklace, this vintage sterling silver piece pairs a long strand of hand-formed silver beads with a dramatic turquoise-set naja and a generous run of blossom side elements. The graduated silver bench beads form the body of the necklace, their slightly faceted, hand-stamped surfaces catching light along the entire length. Flanking the lower half, paired squash blossoms blossom outward, each centered on a free-form turquoise nugget cabochon framed by delicate feather-like silver leaf appliqué and stamped accents rather than simple petals, lending an organic, naturalistic character. The turquoise throughout ranges from bright robin's-egg blue to deeper teal, many stones threaded with spiderweb and black matrix that confirm natural material and give the necklace lively color variation. The crescent naja anchors the design, lined with bezel-set turquoise cabochons around its sweeping curve and finished with a central dangling drop stone. A handmade hook clasp secures the ends. The fabrication is thoroughly traditional: individually soldered bezels, applied silver leaves, and bench beads strung with age-appropriate irregularity that distinguishes authentic handwork from commercial production. The silver wears a warm oxidized patina settled into stamp work and bead seams, throwing the raised silver leaves and serrated bezels into crisp relief. Condition appears very good and wearable, with secure stones, intact petalwork, and honest wear consistent with its years. At approximately 28.5 inches, this is a true statement-length squash blossom that drapes well below the collarbone for maximum impact. Collectors prize longer examples like this for their abundant turquoise, the expressive leaf-style blossoms, and the substantial hand-fabricated silver content. It is both a wearable centerpiece for Southwestern style and a meaningful addition to a serious Native American jewelry collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mr Silverware","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55225668665635,"sku":"vintage-navajo-sterling-silver-naja-squash-blossom-turquoise-bead-necklace-28-5","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-28-5_01.jpg?v=1781301916","url":"https:\/\/dannysvintagewatches.com\/products\/vintage-navajo-sterling-silver-naja-squash-blossom-turquoise-bead-necklace-28-5","provider":"Danny's Vintage Watches","version":"1.0","type":"link"}