Naja Necklace, 26", handmade Navajo 12mm Bead necklace, Jan Mariano, sterling silver

Navajo Pearls is a name that has been popularized to describe Navajo silver beads. Handmade Navajo beads are made by cutting two silver discs, doming each side, and drilling a hole in the center. The two halves are then filed to fit together and soldered. These beads are handmade. They are hand finished with an old style, rustic patina.

Sterling silver, handmade Navajo beads, naja necklace with Golden Hills turquoise.  The naja has a hook on the back so you can remove it.  

Measures 26" from end to end.  The removable naja is about 3" tall.  The beads are 12mm.  Weighs about 118 grams.  

The beads are all handmade.  It has a nice and sturdy weight to it.  It is not flimsy but not too overly heavy.  

Handmade by Navajo artist, Jan Mariano, signed and marked sterling