Santo Domingo 6-Strand Turquoise and Heishi Necklace, c. 1980s

28" long, 146 grams 
The word “heishi” means “shell,” although today it is often used to describe the cut style of beads that are small, flat, disc-shaped. It is not uncommon to hear the phrase “turquoise heishi,” for example.
Acquired from a private collection in Arizona.

Please reference item J11615.

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