This excellent Necklace showcases a Turquoise and Sterling Silver Oval Pendant by acclaimed Navajo Silversmith Nila Cook Johnson. The Pendant Stone is Kingman Spiderweb Turquoise, which is both striking and collectible. The Oval Stone is wrapped in a raised Sterling Silver Bezel and set on Sterling Silver Plate that has been ornamented by Sterling Twisted Wire, Sterling Balls, a Sterling Concho and intricate notching and stamping. The Pendant drapes from a V-shaped Sterling Silver Bail that is also beautifully stamped. The piece is marked on the back with the artist's hallmark ("NJ") and "Sterling."
We've matched the Pendant with 3 Strands of Arizona Turquoise Nuggets. The Nuggets are approximately 4.5-by-6.5mm in dimension and are a rich turquoise-blue. The Turquoise is paired with several complementary Czech Glass elements, including 6mm Luminous Green Druk Glass Rounds, Seafoam Smoke 4mm Tri-Cut Rondelles, Picasso Aqua 4mm Rondelles, and 3mm Misty Green Fire Polished Glass Faceted Ovals, adding color depth and subtle sparkle. At the top of the Necklace the Turquoise Nuggets transition to Fire Polished Glass and Seafoam Smoke Rondelles, streamlining the silhouette and ensuring a comfortable fit. The Necklace is finished with a Sterling Silver Toggle Clasp and adorned with a Southwest Designs Sterling Charm. The piece weighs 63 grams and is 19 inches long plus the Pendant, which is 2-1/4 inches by 7/8 inches including the 1/2-inch Bail.
