Description
Traditional handmade Native American Indian Jewelry from Indigenous Pueblos of the Southwest. Guaranteed authentic. Excellent vintage condition.
Capture the raw, geological beauty of the Nevada desert with this masterfully crafted pendant by renowned Navajo silversmith Mary Ann Spencer. The centerpiece is a magnificent cabochon of Royston Boulder turquoise, featuring a “ribbon” of vibrant sky-blue stone running through a rich, sandy-brown host rock. This unique formation creates a pictorial effect, mimicking a river flowing through a canyon. The stone is secured in a classic sawtooth bezel and framed by Spencer’s signature ornate silverwork, which includes hand-stamped scalloped borders, delicate silver “raindrops,” and deep oxidation that provides a sophisticated, aged contrast. This listing is for the pendant only; it is finished with an oversized, stamped bail designed to accommodate a variety of heavy silver chains or bead strands.
Mary Ann Spencer is celebrated for her ability to balance substantial, high-grade gemstones with intricate, feminine silver details. In this piece, the heavy-gauge sterling silver provides a sturdy, architectural foundation that protects the stone while the delicate stamp work adds a layer of refined elegance. Royston turquoise is highly prized by collectors for its incredible color range, and the “Boulder” variety specifically highlights the natural relationship between the turquoise and its mother rock. For the collector who values one-of-a-kind natural patterns and elite Diné craftsmanship, this Mary Ann Spencer original is a definitive statement piece.
