Vintage 1960s Navajo Royston Turquoise & Sterling Silver Squash Blossom Necklace

An heirloom-grade masterpiece of mid-century Southwestern jewelry, this monumental 186.8-gram Navajo squash blossom necklace features 20 natural Royston turquoise cabochons. The cabochons—ranging from 1/2" to 1" in size—display rich sky-blue and teal tones framed by hand-cut scalloped bezels and silver leaf appliques. Ten traditional hand-wrought squash blossoms flank a center Naja pendant measuring 3" x 3.5", set with seven focal turquoise cabochons. Strung on double rows of hand-bench-made sterling silver beads and finished with a classic hook-and-eye closure, this piece radiates strength and timeless artistry.

Artist / Tribe: Navajo (Unsigned / Traditional Benchwork)

Metal: Sterling Silver (.925)

Gemstones: 20 Natural Royston Turquoise Cabochons

Necklace Length: 26" end-to-end total length

Naja Centerpiece Dimensions: 3.0" Width x 3.5" Height

Bead Construction: Double-Strung Hand-Made Sterling Bench Beads

Closure: Hand-Formed Hook-and-Eye Clasp

Hallmark: Unsigned (Tested / Guaranteed Sterling Silver)

Total Weight: 186.80 grams

Condition Report: Very Good pre-owned vintage condition. All 20 Royston turquoise cabochons are tight and intact in their scalloped bezels. The strand remains tightly strung, the silver exhibits very minimal surface wear, and the piece retains an uncleaned, deep natural vintage patina.