Native American Necklaces – What is heishi?
4-5mm Heishi Light Penshell - Thunderbird Supply Company - Jewelry
Gorgeous antique genuine Native American Heishi necklace, circa 1950s-1960s The word Heishi means 'shell', but is also used to refer to the cut of beads, for instance 'turquoise heishi'. Heishi beads are the oldest form of jewelry in New Mexico, perhaps in North America. Fine quality Heishi necklaces are crafted by extremely skilled and patient craftspeople. The beads on this necklace are perfectly graduated and move in a serpent-like fashion.
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