Freshwater Pearl Necklace NATIVE AMERICAN PENDANTS Zuni artist Delwin Gasper creates

Zuni artist Delwin Gasper creates fine mosaic inlay in sterling silver

A unique oxidized design was hand stamped onto a sterling plate and attached to a clip designed to hold money securely in place

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these stones create a striking and distinctive look

The brilliant blue turquoise has been bezel set in hand cut sterling silver

Freshwater Pearl Necklace NATIVE AMERICAN PENDANTS Zuni artist Delwin Gasper createsThis Pearl Necklace is timeless. Each pearl is approximately 6mm. The chain extender and secure spring clasp allow for some adjustment. An organic gem, pearls are formed inside mollusks such as oysters and mussels. They are formed when an irritant such as a tiny stone or bit of sand gets inside the shell. A lustrous substance, called nacre, is secreted around the object to protect the mollusk. As these layers coat the irritant, a pearl is formed. This