Southwestern Sterling Silver and Turquoise Naja Bib Necklace

This is a Southwestern-style bib necklace featuring high-quality turquoise stones set in sterling silver. The necklace is constructed with a rigid, curved arc frame that supports seven oval turquoise cabochons. Each stone is secured in a sawtooth bezel and is accented with delicate twisted wire (rope) detail and silver spheres at the base. At the center of the arc sits a small upside-down crescent, known as a 'Naja', which is a traditional Navajo symbol. The turquoise varies in color from bright sky blue to a light seafoam green, suggesting natural stones with slight matrix variations. The bib portion is attached to a standard silver link chain. While no hallmark is visible in the photograph, the craftsmanship is indicative of Native American (likely Navajo) or Southwestern artisan work. The silver shows a light patina, particularly in the recessed areas around the rope detailing, which adds to the depth of the design. The overall condition appears excellent with no visible cracks in the stones or structural damage to the silver arc or chain. This style is reflective of late 20th-century to contemporary Southwestern jewelry production.