Solid Sterling silver. 2 x 3 inch span turquoise setting. Artist Violet Begay.
Southwestern Native Americans believe that turquoise represents the life-giving waters and green tones of nature. Many also believe it is a protective stone because of its deep connection to the earth.
Native Americans believe people who wear turquoise jewelry attract helpful spirits and repel negative energy. For this reason, they have decorated tombs with carved turquoise animals, weapons bearing turquoise beads, and amulets featuring turquoise gemstones
