Vintage Santo Domingo (Kewa) Turquoise, Spiny Oyster & Bird Fetish Jacla Necklace  

This beautiful vintage Santo Domingo (Kewa) Pueblo necklace showcases traditional Southwestern craftsmanship through a distinctive combination of turquoise, orange spiny oyster shell, abalone bird fetishes, mother-of-pearl accents, and silver barrel beads.

Measuring 17 inches long, this double-strand necklace features freeform turquoise nuggets in beautiful shades of blue and green, complemented by vibrant orange spiny oyster shell and delicate shell heishi beads. The carefully arranged materials create a striking contrast of color and texture. 

Intricately carved abalone bird fetishes add a special element to the design, reflecting the rich tradition of animal carvings found in Pueblo jewelry. Elongated silver barrel beads provide additional dimension and balance throughout the necklace.

The necklace is completed with a traditional jacla-style drop, accented with mother-of-pearl, silver barrel beads, and freeform turquoise nuggets. The combination of natural materials and traditional beadwork gives this vintage piece a distinctive character.

A beautiful addition to any collection of vintage Native American jewelry, this necklace celebrates the enduring artistry and craftsmanship of Santo Domingo Pueblo.

Details

• Tribe: Santo Domingo (Kewa) Pueblo

• Artist: Unknown

• Category: Vintage Native American Jewelry

• Style: Double-Strand Jacla Necklace

• Length: 17"

• Stone: Turquoise

• Shell Accents: Orange Spiny Oyster, Abalone & Mother of Pearl

• Fetishes: Carved Abalone Bird Fetishes

• Beads: Shell Heishi & Silver Barrel Beads

• Turquoise Shape: Freeform Nuggets

• Jacla: Mother-of-Pearl Accents, Silver Barrel Beads & Turquoise Nuggets

• Design: Traditional Pueblo-Inspired Beadwork with Jacla Drop

• Condition: Vintage Estate Jewelry

About Santo Domingo (Kewa) Pueblo Jewelry

Santo Domingo Pueblo, traditionally known as Kewa Pueblo, is renowned for its longstanding jewelry-making traditions. Kewa artisans are especially recognized for their intricate shell heishi beadwork, turquoise necklaces, and jewelry incorporating natural materials.

Bird fetishes and other animal carvings are found in Southwestern Native American jewelry traditions, adding artistic detail and cultural significance to handcrafted pieces.

Natural Stone & Shell Disclosure

Natural turquoise, spiny oyster shell, abalone, and mother of pearl may display variations in color, shape, matrix, and texture. These natural characteristics contribute to the individual beauty of each piece.

A culturally meaningful piece that reflects the shared traditions and material exchange of Pueblo and Navajo jewelry forms, this coral and spiny oyster jacla offers strong historical presence, vibrant color, and timeless Southwestern significance.

Each piece is meticulously custom-made and comes with a lifetime guarantee.

If this item is in stock in-store, we will ship it within two business days. Otherwise, please allow 4-8 weeks for delivery. 

Note: Prices are subject to change due to fluctuations in the silver market. We understand your urgency, so if you need a rush order or are interested in Yellow or White Gold, please call (432) 967- 6754.

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