Necklace, Squash Blossom, Turquoise, Golden Hills, With Matching Earrings, Hallmark, Contemporary, 3804

BOLD, CLASSIC STYLE

This outstanding contemporary squash blossom necklace and matching earrings are the work of a highly revered Navajo jewelry artisan, Bernyse Chavez, and it is a statement piece! The double-strand of desert pearls features gorgeous gradient squash blossoms, each containing an oval Golden Hills turquoise cabochon set in a simple bezel and framed with various silver work. The silver naja contains 13 smaller oval stones anchored by a matching blossom dangle. The matching blossom earrings just make this piece an even better find. A vibrant statement piece that will elevate any outfit, because a classic squash blossom necklace is always in style.

Bernyse Chavez (Navajo). Active since 1988. Bib necklaces; double-sided pendants; stampwork; turquoise and coral; leaves; inlay.

Marks: B C; B Chavez; Bernyse Chavez Sterling (script)

• artist: Bernyse Chavez
• affiliation: Navajo
• hallmarks: B Chavez
• materials: sterling silver, Golden Hills turquoise
  
• dimensions: 28" long, shield is 2" x 2 1/2"
  
• weight: 192 grams
  
• hook & eye, french wire for earrings
• contemporary
• style: JN3804