All of this adds up to a most intriguing stone. The finished pendant went back to the mine owner, from whom we bought it. Most of the mine has produced either teal or aqua turquoise, but a small part of the mine contains various amounts of zinc.
IMPORTANT: MUCH NICER THAN PHOTOS. Zuni Native American Indian DARRIN BOONE Turtle + Kachina Sun Face Squash Blossom Necklace. Although this does not have the typical “squash blossoms” it is considered that “style/type” by some collectors of authentic Native American Indian jewelry. Guaranteed authentic genuine Zuni Indian DARRIN BOONE from New Mexico U. See photos for artist’s hallmarks. Please note: ALL turtles are HALLMARKED: DARRIN BOONE, ZUNI, N. Absolute Pristine perfect brand new condition. Absolutely stunning in person. Hard-carved and hand-etched genuine stones: RED/ORANGE SPINY OYSTER SEASHELL, TURQUOISE, BLACK ONYX, RED CORAL, ABALONE SEASHELL, MOTHER-OF-PEARL SEASHELL. Necklace: 28 long (clasp to clasp) GIGANTIC HEAVY SHOWPIECE. TURTLES: Average approximately 2 each (each one is handmade so no two are IDENTICAL). Please see the darling little kachina faces on top of the turtle’s shell. Thank you very much for your understanding. This item is in the category “Jewelry & Watches\Ethnic, Regional & Tribal\Necklaces & Pendants”. The seller is “precious-treasures-losangeles” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States.
