N440 bear paw chocker necklace

"Liquid Silver" bracelet made of five strands of mix stone tubular (Heishi) beads, enhanced with a central bear paw in sterling silver. 

"Liquid silver" is a traditional Navajo work. Silver tubular beads (called heishi) are hand-strung together in order to create one or several strands. This give a fluid aspect to the jewel, that makes think to silk or water running on the skin, explaining why the Navajos gave this name to this process. 

Colors available: black and lapis-lazuli

Clasp in sterling silver

Nylon string

Length : 30cm (12 inches) + 11cm (4 inches 1/4) of adjustable chain

Bear paw size : 1,6cm x 1,2cm (0.3/4 inch x 0.1/2 inch)
Longest feather length : 3,3cm (1 inch 1/2)

Proudly handmade in the USA.