Add a striking piece of American heritage to your collection with this authentic vintage Navajo turquoise necklace from the 1950s – 1960s. Hand-strung with natural turquoise nugget beads, this one-of-a-kind piece features a large teardrop-shaped turquoise pendant showcasing beautiful veining and matrix patterns. Delicate sterling silver tube beads provide elegant spacing and contrast. Rooted in traditional Navajo craftsmanship, this necklace embodies timeless style and cultural richness—perfect for collectors, lovers of vintage Native American jewelry, or anyone seeking a bold, earthy accent.
Barrel clasp.
 
Sourced in France and curated by Paris-based Vivienne Birt for Chateau Love, this necklace embodies the timeless sophistication and meticulous artistry that defines our carefully selected chateau-worthy collection of luxurious antique and vintage jewelry. 
 
MATERIALS: 
Silver, Turquoise
 
AGE: 
1950 - 1970
 
CONDITION: 
Very good – surface wear commensurate with age and use 
 
SIZE:
TURQUOISE DROP: 
Height: 3 cm (large drop) 
Width: 2.5 cm 
TURQUOISE NUGGETS: 
Height: variable @ 1.5 cm 
NECKLACE LENGTH: 48 cm 
 
WEIGHT:
44.82 g 
 
Please read descriptions and inspect photos carefully, paying careful attention to size and weight. Due to the age of antique and vintage jewelry, minor abrasions and wear of finishes is normal and appreciated. All items have been tested to be in working/usable condition, unless otherwise stated. Please take care to understand safe cleaning methods for each type of gem and metal. Jewelry pieces are carefully wrapped, ribboned and shipped in an elegant velvet or leatherette presentation gift box.