Fred Archuleta 10 strand Blue and Green Turquoise Heishi Necklace-Indian Pueblo Store
Fred Archuleta 10 strand Blue and Green Turquoise Heishi Necklace-Indian Pueblo Store
Fred Archuleta 10 strand Blue and Green Turquoise Heishi Necklace-Indian Pueblo Store
Fred Archuleta 10 strand Blue and Green Turquoise Heishi Necklace-Indian Pueblo Store
Fred Archuleta 10 strand Blue and Green Turquoise Heishi Necklace-Indian Pueblo Store
Fred Archuleta 10 strand Blue and Green Turquoise Heishi Necklace-Indian Pueblo Store
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Fred Archuleta 10 strand Blue and Green Turquoise Heishi Necklace

Item Number: 130898
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Description

This ten-strand necklace handcrafted by Taos artist Fred Archuleta is an elegant turquoise necklace that is sure to become a cherished part of any collection. The dramatic necklace features 10 smooth strands of small disc beads in a variety of blue and green turquoise beads.

In Santo Domingo Pueblo, bead-making has been a central part of life for centuries. These beads are known as “heishi,” which means “shell” in the Santo Domingo language Keres. Most heishi beads are rolled into smooth flat discs, but heishi can refer to any small beads that have been made by hand. Today, fewer and fewer artists are creating their beads by hand, making true handcrafted heishi necklaces an extremely valuable piece for art and jewelry collectors.

Necklace measures 19" long and 3/4" wide, with a 6-1/2" extender chain. Comes with a certificate of authenticity.

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At the Indian Pueblo Store we guarantee that your purchase is an original and authentic work handcrafted by Native American artists as defined by the Indian Arts and Crafts Act of 1990. We ask our artists to complete an extensive certification process, providing a CIB (Certificate of Degree of Indian Blood) card and other documentation of their Native American heritage. Our team of experts carefully inspects every product to guarantee it is handcrafted using traditional, sustainable processes and natural materials of only the highest quality. We record the place and date of each purchase and pride ourselves in paying a fair price that allows artists to make a living practicing their craft. At a time when many commercially-made products are being sold as handcrafted Native American art, our in-depth purchase process allows us to guarantee the authenticity of every unique piece of fine art we offer. For more than 35 years, we have made it a priority to visit artists in their studio or home to purchase their latest handcrafted pieces and learn about their work. We have developed lasting relationships with artists, as well as dealers and collectors, and we take pride in being a trusted destination for fine Native American art.



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