Necklace after 1920

This Navajo (Diné) silver and turquoise necklace, dating from after 1920, is a striking example of traditional Southwest jewelry. The piece features a central crescent-shaped pendant, a popular motif in Navajo jewelry, adorned with turquoise stones and a series of beads, all connected by silver wire. The necklace is composed of multiple rows of beads, with each row decorated with turquoise stones and silver pendants. The Minneapolis Institute of Art houses this exquisite piece of jewelry, which demonstrates the skill and artistry of Navajo silversmiths.