Santo‎ Domingo Pink Conch Shell Necklace Choker Handmade Beaded Jewelry **

An elegant Santo Domingo handmade necklace. Choker cut length. Made of pink conch shell, Sterling Silver Hook and eye closure. Meticulously hand strung and handmade by the artist Ramona Bird. Made to last as heirloom jewelry. Traditional Santo Domingo jewelry are very hard to find, due to the dwindling number of artisans at the Pueblo. Santo Domingo Beads are very fine and of high-quality grade, some of the best heishi on the market. The word "Heishi", is from the Keresan word meaning "shell," and traditionally referred to shell beads. Collectible quality work of art, passed down for centuries within the Santo Domingo Pueblo tribe. A special complement to any collection! Total length: Necklace 17 inches Total Weight: 14 grams