Native American Sterling Silver Linked Channel w Turquoise Inlay Necklace 16"

Hand made sterling silver hinged channel Turquoise inlay collar necklace,Vintage in Excellent condition. This type of design style is a prominent feature of Native American Southwestern jewelry, particularly associated w the Zuni & Navajo tribes.
The necklace has a channel inlay technique, where hand-cut turquoise stones are meticulously set into a silver channel. This is distinct from chip inlay or mosaic work and requires significant skill.
Materials: Serling silver & features natural turquoise stones. The bright blue color suggests high-grade turquoise, possibly from mines such as Sleeping Beauty.
The channel inlay style is a specialty of Zuni artists, though Navajo artists also produce it.

Adorn yourself with the captivating beauty of this sterling silver necklace. Each link showcases a meticulously inlaid turquoise mosaic, reminiscent of the vast Southwestern skies. The geometric pattern of the turquoise stones creates a unique and eye-catching design that adds a touch of arti