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Sonoran Gold Turquoise Necklace FJN2890

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Stunning, Sonoran Gold Turquoise bar necklace, decorated with handstamped designs. Handmade by Diné silversmith Jimmy Lee.

Authentic Handmade Native American Jewelry

Turquoise: Sonoran Gold Turquoise

Stones: Sonoran Gold Turquoise

Metal: Sterling Silver

Length: 20"

$450.00

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STAMP WORK Navajo silversmiths are renowned for their intricate, detailed stamp work, a style developed over many generations. Stamping is done by hand, and the stamps themselves are oftentimes unique to the artist or are handed down from generations of silversmiths.

SONORAN GOLD TURQUOISE Mined in Mexico near the city of Cananea this turquoise is relatively new to the industry. Unlike most turquoise Sonoran Gold is not mined in veins but rather as individual nuggets typically found in clay deposits. Accents of blue and gold against a green background make Sonoran Gold Turquoise a great selection for statement jewelry.

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Jimmy Lee

Jimmy Lee was born in Gallup, NM, the “capital of Navajo Land.” He spent most of his childhood years in Arizona, and now calls the reservation community of Yatahey, New Mexico his home. While in junior high school, he began to take classes in silversmithing, showing a natural affinity for this traditional art of his Navajo people. Now, at the age of 38, Jimmy has spent half his life as a professional jewelry designer. His finely crafted, dramatic designs, usually feature high grade turquoise- often decorated with sprays of silver leaves, wirework, and raindrop clusters. He is also sought out for his unusual and jewelry featuring bear claws, set like stones in his most unique pieces.

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