Vintage Gibson Nez Navajo Turquoise Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace Estate Els PW 28270 The center marquise-shaped inlay of

The center marquise-shaped inlay of turquoise is flanked by a symmetrical pattern of geometric black jade and coral lines

These pieces exemplify refined metalworking technique and the striking visual depth of black jade

Largest Stone: 7/8"W x 1 1/2"L

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Vintage Gibson Nez Navajo Turquoise Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace Estate Els PW 28270 The center marquise-shaped inlay ofA commanding statement piece a massive oval sterling silver pendant by Navajo silversmith Gibson Nez, set with a dramatic elongated turquoise cabochon and strung on a handmade Navajo pearl strand of torpedo, barrel, and disc beads. The pendant is built around a long, narrow oval turquoise cabochon vivid sky blue with rich brown matrix held in a serrated rim setting at the center of a deeply worked oval silver disc. The outer border of the pendant is