Southwestern-Style Silver and Semiprecious Stone Charm Necklace

This necklace features a strand of irregular black stone chips, likely onyx or jet, interspersed with five stamped silver-tone metal pendants. The central and flanking pendants are shield-shaped or circular, featuring intricate Southwestern or Indigenous-inspired motifs such as animal figures (possibly a turtle and a bird), geometric patterns, and celestial iconography. Each pendant is anchored by two small turquoise chip beads and a decorative silver spacer, providing a vibrant contrast to the dark strand. The craftsmanship suggests a contemporary artisanal or souvenir-style creation, possibly mid-to-late 20th century, drawing heavily from Navajo or Hopi aesthetic traditions. The metal exhibits a bright finish with some intentional darkening (oxidation) in the recessed areas to enhance the stamped details. The condition appears to be very good with no missing beads or significant scratches visible. The closure is a simple silver-tone lobster claw clasp. While the metal does not show a visible '925' or 'Sterling' stamp from the front, the quality of the stamping indicates a higher-level handcrafted item rather than mass-produced costume jewelry. The use of natural stone chips instead of uniform beads adds an organic, rustic quality to the overall design.