
Authentic Santo Domingo Shell Necklace with Turquoise, Spiny Oyster and Black Jet Pendants (DV29)
This beautiful Santo Domingo necklace made of rolled shell beads (most likely clam shell) has 15 pendants made of turquoise, spiny oyster shell and black jet. The pendants, which are graduated in size, are overlayed on a shell base. Hook closure. Just gorgeous! DETAILSArtist: unknown, Santo DomingoSize: 26" long, pendants range from 1 5/8" long x 1/2" wide to 2 1/8" long x 7/8" wideWeight: 116.8 gMaterials: turquoise, spiny oyster shell, black jet, shell (likely clam shell)Condition: vintage, from a private collection, very good condition, one pendant has a crack in the shell base (see photos) The owner of this collection is a decades-long resident of the Southwest and an avid collector of authentic Native jewelry, pottery, basketry and other handmade art. DV29