{"product_id":"product-title-tom-lewis-navajo-sonoran-gold-turquoise-sterling-silver-squash-blossom-necklace-with-naja","title":"Product Title: Tom Lewis Navajo Sonoran Gold Turquoise \u0026 Sterling Silver Squash Blossom Necklace with Naja","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn extraordinary statement in Native American silversmithing, this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehandcrafted squash blossom necklace by Navajo artist Tom Lewis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e brings together rare, beautifully patterned \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSonoran Gold Turquoise\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and substantial sterling silver in a piece that is every bit as impressive up close as it is from across the room.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is the kind of necklace that deserves to be studied—not just worn.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe necklace is constructed with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esterling silver beads\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and a series of large, individually stone-set \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esquash blossom stations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e arranged symmetrically along both sides. Each blossom showcases a substantial Sonoran Gold Turquoise cabochon framed by layers of detailed sterling silverwork.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe turquoise alone is remarkable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSonoran Gold Turquoise is prized for its range of blue, blue-green and green coloration combined with distinctive golden-to-brown matrix. Each stone in this necklace has its own completely individual pattern, giving the piece an incredible amount of natural variation while still creating one cohesive composition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSome cabochons display vivid turquoise blue with tight, web-like brown matrix, while others transition into deeper blue-green and earthy tones. The result is a collection of stones that feels almost curated stone by stone rather than perfectly matched—and that natural variation is part of what gives this necklace so much character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Squash Blossoms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRunning down both sides are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eeight prominent stone-set squash blossom stations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, four on each side.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach large turquoise cabochon is set within a sterling silver bezel and surrounded by an elaborate border of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003etwisted sterling silver wire, applied silver drops, stamped accents and dimensional silver elements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExtending outward from each setting is the recognizable flared silver blossom form that gives this traditional necklace style its name.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blossoms are positioned along a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edouble strand of sterling silver beads\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, giving the necklace substantial visual weight and creating a beautiful rhythm between stone, silver and negative space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Naja\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the center is the defining feature of the squash blossom necklace: the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enaja\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the traditional crescent-shaped centerpiece associated with this form of Southwestern Native jewelry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMuseum collections identify the combination of silver beads, squash blossom elements and central crescent-shaped naja as the defining structure of the traditional squash blossom necklace.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTom Lewis gives the naja on this piece an especially dramatic interpretation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA large \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epear-shaped Sonoran Gold Turquoise cabochon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e anchors the upper center, framed with twisted-wire detailing, dimensional silver drops and stamped accents.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBelow the turquoise, multiple sweeping sterling silver arms create the crescent form of the naja.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRather than ending in a simple silver crescent, the artist finishes the lower portion with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efour beautifully stamped sterling silver rosettes or concha-style elements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—two larger dimensional discs above and two smaller coordinating discs below.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach is deeply stamped with radiating lines extending outward from a central silver drop, creating an almost sunburst appearance and providing incredible texture and movement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat combination of a traditional naja silhouette with bold stamped rosette detailing gives this piece a personality all its own.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExceptional Silverwork\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe craftsmanship extends far beyond the turquoise.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThroughout the necklace you can see layers of sterling silver detail:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSterling silver bead construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditional squash blossom elements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand-applied silver drops\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwisted-wire borders surrounding the turquoise\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStamped silver accents\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensional silverwork surrounding each stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOxidized recesses that emphasize the depth of the design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA substantial sterling silver naja\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeeply stamped radial rosette\/concha-style elements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditional hook-and-eye style closure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe oxidized finish nestled into the recessed areas of the silver creates contrast against the raised polished details, giving the necklace the beautifully aged, dimensional appearance associated with traditional Southwestern silverwork.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the Artist\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArtist: Tom Lewis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTom Lewis is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNavajo silversmith\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e known for substantial sterling silver jewelry and traditional Southwestern forms, including squash blossom necklaces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat makes this particular piece special is the way Lewis balances the scale of the turquoise with the silverwork surrounding it. The stones are large and dramatic, but the metalwork is substantial enough to frame them rather than disappear behind them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery element—from the individual squash blossom stations to the highly detailed naja—feels intentionally constructed as part of one complete composition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePiece Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArtist:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Tom Lewis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTribal Affiliation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Navajo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJewelry Style:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Squash Blossom Necklace\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStone:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Genuine Sonoran Gold Turquoise\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMetal:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sterling Silver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCenterpiece:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Stone-set Naja\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeads:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sterling Silver Beads\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSquash Blossoms:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Eight prominent stone-set blossom stations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNaja Detail:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Large pear-shaped turquoise centerpiece with sweeping silver crescent and stamped rosette\/concha-style elements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Double-strand sterling silver bead necklace with individually set turquoise squash blossom stations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Native Made\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Collector-Level Statement Piece\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are turquoise necklaces—and then there are pieces that immediately feel like the centerpiece of a collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is one of those pieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe combination of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elarge Sonoran Gold cabochons, dramatic natural matrix, substantial sterling silver construction, traditional squash blossom elements and Tom Lewis's highly detailed naja\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e gives this necklace enormous presence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd while the overall silhouette is undeniably bold, the closer you look, the more there is to appreciate: the tiny silver drops surrounding each stone, the twisted borders, the oxidation between details, the repetition of the sterling beads, and the deeply stamped rosettes completing the naja.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis isn't simply a necklace designed around beautiful turquoise. It is a piece in which \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003estone selection and silversmithing carry equal weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTom Lewis has taken one of the most recognizable forms in Southwestern Native jewelry and given it his own substantial, highly detailed interpretation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA remarkable piece of Native-made jewelry, a true statement when worn, and a necklace worthy of a serious turquoise or Native American jewelry collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Genuine Sonoran Gold Turquoise is a natural material. Variations in blue and green coloration, matrix, host-rock inclusion and surface character are inherent to the stone and contribute to the individuality of the piece. Those variations are not imperfections—they are part of what makes every natural turquoise cabochon unique.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tom Lewis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48914938986728,"sku":"TOM LEWIS SONORAN GOLD SQUASH BLOSSOM","price":6981.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5749\/5016\/files\/IMG_7201.jpg?v=1787177165","url":"https:\/\/danimorgans.com\/en-ca\/products\/product-title-tom-lewis-navajo-sonoran-gold-turquoise-sterling-silver-squash-blossom-necklace-with-naja","provider":"Dani Morgans","version":"1.0","type":"link"}