Vintage Sterling Silver Squash Blossom Inlaid Turquoise Coral Onyx Necklace Naja Hands Old Pawn Navajo 18" Length 67 grams Old Pawn
$1,372.55 $1,715.69
Vintage, rare, Navajo sterling silver squash blossom necklace. Inlaid with turquoise, coral and onyx. In excellent vintage condition, lovely untouched patina. Naja has hands on each end.
Dimensions of Naja:
Width 2.2"
Height 2.5"
Length 18"
Weight 67 grams
Full length with Naja drop equivalent to 20.5"
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An original squash blossom necklace is formed with silver and turquoise and entails round silver beads intermingled with beads that appear like they are blooming, all which lead down to a horse-shoe like pendant at the bottom called the Naja.
The Navajo tribe was the first to adopt this design after encounters with the Spanish Mexicans that arrived at their land. The name ‘squash blossom’ originated by the signature beads found in the necklace, that spread out like a blossoming flower.
The Naja symbol was created as a talisman for protection, to ward off evil spirits. The Naja shape has also been known as an illustration of the womb, and when a squash blossom necklace has one turquoise piece suspended from the Naja, it is interpreted to be a representation of a child in the womb.
It is believed that the hands, derived from the Moors, represent the “hands of Fatima.” An age-old symbol of protection derived from the Moors, the Diné have used the crescent-shaped motif in jewelry for more than a hundred years, innovating the design in creative new ways to make it uniquely their own.
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Ship items back to me within: 14 days of delivery
I don't accept cancellations
But please contact me if you have any problems with your order.
The following items can't be returned or exchanged
Because of the nature of these items, unless they arrive damaged or defective, I can't accept returns for:
- Custom or personalized orders
- Perishable products (like food or flowers)
- Digital downloads
- Intimate items (for health/hygiene reasons)
- Items on sale
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Buyers are responsible for return shipping costs. If the item is not returned in its original condition, the buyer is responsible for any loss in value.
Frequently Asked Questions
Custom and personalised orders
I accept custom requests and personalised options where available.
Bespoke customs designs are agreed before payment. Custom items are non refundable.
Sizing details
I make all my handmade rings, bracelets and pendants to the size requested at checkout. For vintage items, especially bracelets and bangle cuffs please check all measurements in the listing description. Checking sizes against your own jewellery is a good way also to confirm the fit. Please get in contact if you need any help with sizing.
Care instructions
I have a blog on my website (below) on how to care for jewellery. I also supply a free polishing cloth for most orders.
https://yougotthesilveruk.patternbyetsy.com/post/159974548155/a-few-tips-and-info-on-how-to-clean
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All items come boxed with a YGTS logo ready to gift. Headed paperwork supplied with no cost of purchase info on the invoice.
Wholesale availability
I currently don't offer wholesale quantity as my handmade items are carefully priced. But I will consider requests.
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I process and ship vintage and already manufactured items in 1-3 working days. Handmade items, made to a specific size are shipped within 5 to 7 working days. (Weekends excluded)
International postage usually takes 5-7 days to arrive in your country from dispatch, then it's down to customs processing in the buyers country. I supply tracking numbers and timescale info via email for all orders.