Osavio Crespin Sr.
Santo Domingo (Kewa) Pueblo

A two strand turquoise and spiny oyster heishi style bead necklace featuring a large pendant and three stations of turquoise and spiny oyster shell inlayed in sterling settings. The necklace is finished with a stamped handmade chain and hook.

Gemstone Attributes: Turquoise heishi beads ranging from 5.7mm wide to 13.5mm and red spiny oyster heishi beads ranging in size from 7.7mm to 13.5mm. three trapezoid turquoise measuring approximately 12mm x 14mm, 12mm x 11mm, and 13mm x 10mm. The Pendant has five inlaid turquoise pieces inset to form a trapezoid shape measuring a total of 24mm x 33mm. (Measurements taken at center both directions). There are 4 Spiny oyster shell trapezoids measuring approximately 14mm x 15mm, 14mm x 13mm, 13mm x 20mm, 22mm x 40mm. (Measurements taken at center both directions).
Setting Type: Bezel set inlay.
Clasp Type: Hook and eye.
Metal: Sterling silver.
Weight: 208.6 grams.
Measurements: The necklace length is adjustable up to 30.5" with a 3" drop.
Markings: "O. Crespin".

Some tarnish and scuffing on the silver otherwise very good condition.