Turquoise, Black Jet, and Yellow Serpentine Necklace Santo Domingo

This exquisite necklace is a true testament to the artistry of the Santo Domingo Pueblo, where jewelry-making is not only a craft but a cultural inheritance passed down through generations. This labor-intensive technique requires incredible patience and skill, ensuring that every strand flows with an elegant rhythm when worn.

The artistry of Santo Domingo jewelry is unique in its devotion to authenticity and heritage. Unlike mass-produced pieces, these necklaces are born of countless hours of careful handwork, where even the tiniest details are guided by the artisan’s eye and steady hand. The result is a necklace that embodies both resilience and refinement—a work of art that honors the land and traditions from which it comes.

In this piece, the brilliant blue turquoise reflects the sacred connection to sky and water, black jet offers grounding and protection, while the luminous yellow serpentine radiates vitality and renewal. Their combination is more than ornamental—it is symbolic of balance and harmony, echoing the Pueblo worldview that life must be lived in rhythm with nature and spirit.

By wearing this Santo Domingo necklace, you are not only adorning yourself with beauty but also carrying forward a story of endurance, tradition, and cultural pride. It is both an heirloom of the past and a treasure for the present, a rare work of craftsmanship that cannot be replicated by machine, only by the human hand guided by heritage.

Necklace Length: 17"

Number of Strands: 4

Made in USA