Navajo turquoise necklaces are among the most recognizable forms of Native American jewelry, combining the warmth of hand-wrought sterling silver with the vivid blue-green beauty of natural turquoise. Our collection showcases the remarkable range of Navajo necklace traditions, from classic single-pendant designs to elaborate multi-stone cluster work. Each piece is created by accomplished Navajo silversmiths who bring years of training and artistic vision to their craft. The turquoise stones featured in these necklaces come from legendary American mines, each with distinctive color profiles and matrix patterns that make every piece unique. Navajo artisans select stones not only for their beauty but for their spiritual qualities, as turquoise is considered a sacred stone that connects the wearer to natural forces. Whether worn as an everyday accent or a special-occasion centerpiece, a Navajo turquoise necklace carries generations of cultural meaning and artistic excellence that transcends fashion trends.
Navajo (Diné) work is defined by bold silverwork and prominent turquoise; Zuni work centers on intricate lapidary -- inlay, needlepoint, and cluster settings of small, precisely cut stones; Hopi work is defined by silver overlay, a two-layer technique creating designs in shadow with little or no stone. Our guide compares all three (/guides/navajo-vs-zuni-vs-hopi).
Genuine turquoise shows natural, irregular matrix (the host-rock webbing) and varies from stone to stone, and it feels cool and stone-like. Perfectly uniform color, a too-regular web, or a warm, plastic feel can indicate dyed howlite, reconstituted block, or imitation. The safest assurance is a seller who states each stone's origin and treatment in writing. See our Turquoise Buyer's Guide (/guides/turquoise-buyers-guide).
Natural turquoise is cut and polished with nothing added; stabilized turquoise is genuine turquoise infused with clear resin to harden naturally soft, porous stone so it can be worn. Both are real turquoise. Natural is rarer and more valuable; stabilized is more durable and affordable. Reputable sellers always disclose which one you are buying -- more in our guide (/guides/stabilized-vs-natural-turquoise).
Yes. Every piece purchased from The Humiovi includes a Certificate of Authenticity detailing the item's origin, the artisan who created it, the materials used, and the tribal tradition it represents.
Yes — complimentary insured standard shipping on jewelry orders within the continental United States, for everyone, with no account, no subscription, and no minimum. On a mixed order the jewelry ships free and the rest is quoted at checkout. Pottery, kachinas, and knives ship at calculated rates, and international orders are quoted live at checkout.
We accept returns for a refund within 30 days of delivery. Refunds are issued less a 20% restocking fee, and return shipping is the customer's responsibility. Should you prefer a different piece, exchanges for an item of equal or greater value are complimentary — no restocking fee applies. All items must be returned in new, unworn condition with their original packaging and Certificate of Authenticity. See our Return Policy (/policies/returns) for complete details.
