Vintage Wilbert Secatero Navajo Sterling Silver Turquoise Naja Necklace 19"

An authentic, artist-signed vintage Navajo naja necklace.Handcrafted from solid sterling silver by the renowned silversmith Wilbert Secatero.Features a classic sandcast naja pendant with a single bezel-set turquoise stone at its heart.Strung on a substantial strand of sterling silver saucer beads with a traditional hook and eye clasp.Clearly hallmarked with the artist´s "WS" signature and an etched "STERL" mark.A powerful piece of American history, found again. This necklace is a beautiful expression of traditional Navajo artistry by the respected silversmith Wilbert Secatero. The naja, an ancient symbol of protection and strength, is rendered in heavy, hand-wrought sterling silver, its elegant curves embracing a vibrant turquoise stone. The pendant hangs from a strand of classic silver saucer beads that feel cool and substantial against the skin. This is more than a beautiful accessory; it is a piece of cultural heritage, signed by the artist who made it, carrying the spirit of the Southwest in its form and material.