Fox Turquoise & Spiny Oyster Shell Post Earrings FJE2984

FOX TURQUOISE Also known as the "Cortez Mine" the Fox Turquoise mine was at one time Nevada's largest producer of turquoise. While the first claim was filed in 1914 excavation in

SPINY OYSTER SHELL Spiny Oyster Shell is often inlaid or used as cabochons in Southwest style jewelry. The color combination of Spiny Oyster and turquoise is as old as the human love for adornment.  Coming all the way from the Sea of Cortez in Mexico, Spiny Oyster Shell is most commonly seen in orange, red and purple. The more strident the color, the more expensive the shell is.  Red and purple shells are found at much greater depth than the brilliant oranges and are rare and more expensive. this mine dates back to prehistoric times. Found in both veins and nuggets Fox Turquoise can range in color from rich forest greens to soft baby blues.

CLUSTER Used for many generations this style of arranging stones is common within Native jewelry. Clusters are typically arranged in a sunburst or "flower" pattern with smaller, evenly spaced stones encircling a larger center stone. However, clusters can also be random, showcasing the stones natural shapes.