Campitos Turquoise with Two Spiny Oyster Corns
This necklace features graduated Campitos turquoise heishi hand rolled by artist Tracy Plonese. Two spiny oyster corns custom made by Diné artist Cheyenne Grabiec hang in the center giving this necklace a traditional look. Sterling silver satin endcaps made by Diné silversmith Samuel Nez include an adjustable chain for the clasp. Approx. 21”-22.5” in length.
Turquoise is considered a protective stone in the Diné traditions. Spiny oyster is used in providing strength and courage. It is strongly believed that the spiny oyster gives inner power to those who are facing trouble in form of domestic violence.
These are done with prayer and intention by Samuel. Often there is a purposeful mistake sometimes referred to as a spirit pathway or spirit line that allows the spirit of the artist to exit the piece leaving only good thoughts, prayer and energy allowing the piece to do the work intended.
This necklace features graduated Campitos turquoise heishi hand rolled by artist Tracy Plonese. Two spiny oyster corns custom made by Diné artist Cheyenne Grabiec hang in the center giving this necklace a traditional look. Sterling silver satin endcaps made by Diné silversmith Samuel Nez include an adjustable chain for the clasp. Approx. 21”-22.5” in length.
Turquoise is considered a protective stone in the Diné traditions. Spiny oyster is used in providing strength and courage. It is strongly believed that the spiny oyster gives inner power to those who are facing trouble in form of domestic violence.
These are done with prayer and intention by Samuel. Often there is a purposeful mistake sometimes referred to as a spirit pathway or spirit line that allows the spirit of the artist to exit the piece leaving only good thoughts, prayer and energy allowing the piece to do the work intended.
This necklace features graduated Campitos turquoise heishi hand rolled by artist Tracy Plonese. Two spiny oyster corns custom made by Diné artist Cheyenne Grabiec hang in the center giving this necklace a traditional look. Sterling silver satin endcaps made by Diné silversmith Samuel Nez include an adjustable chain for the clasp. Approx. 21”-22.5” in length.
Turquoise is considered a protective stone in the Diné traditions. Spiny oyster is used in providing strength and courage. It is strongly believed that the spiny oyster gives inner power to those who are facing trouble in form of domestic violence.
These are done with prayer and intention by Samuel. Often there is a purposeful mistake sometimes referred to as a spirit pathway or spirit line that allows the spirit of the artist to exit the piece leaving only good thoughts, prayer and energy allowing the piece to do the work intended.