Astute Navajo Kingman Turquoise Sterling Silver Feather Earrings

Description

View Astute Navajo Kingman Turquoise Sterling Silver Feather Earrings with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Very Impressive! The Kingman Mine is one of the oldest and most productive turquoise mines in the world. Located in northwestern Arizona, it has been a source of high-quality turquoise for over a millennium. This is a superior pair of Navajo earrings having Kingman turquoise ovals surrounded by silver rope borders and handcarved silver feather pendants with handmade silver posts for pierced ears! Very Impressive! The earrings measure about 2"½ top to bottom. Turquoise stones measure about 6mmx5mm The earrings weigh around 9.6 grams. No marks but tested as Sterling silver Kingman turquoise is one of the most sought-after varieties of turquoise, known for its vibrant blue hues, sometimes mixed with a green tint, and its striking veining patterns. Sourced from the Kingman Mine in Mohave County, Arizona, this turquoise has been prized for thousands of years by Native American tribes for its cultural significance and beauty. Each stone is unique, with a matrix that ranges from black to brown, adding character and authenticity to each piece. Kingman turquoise is often regarded as a symbol of protection and good fortune, a tradition passed down through generations. The Kingman Turquoise Mine The Kingman Mine is one of the oldest and most productive turquoise mines in the world. Located in northwestern Arizona, it has been a source of high-quality turquoise for over a millennium. The mine’s turquoise has been used for centuries in Native American jewelry, and its rich history makes Kingman turquoise especially significant today. Mining Process Mining Kingman turquoise is a meticulous process. Miners carefully extract the turquoise stones from the earth to preserve their natural beauty and integrity. These raw stones then undergo precision cutting and polishing, ensuring they meet the high standards of luxury craftsmanship that William Henry is known for. Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Cultures & Ethnicities › Native American: US › 1935-Now › Jewelry.

Tribal Affiliation

Navajo

Culture

Native American: US

Origin

Southwestern

Provenance

Ownership History Not Available

Artisan

navajo

Handmade

Yes