The Turquoise Trail

I have a current fascination with Native America Turquoise Jewelry, the Vintage Native American Squash Blossom Necklace, in particular. It is on my list of statement pieces to acquire this fall. There are custom pieces available as well, but I know the Vintage one is calling my name. 

Since I was in high school, I have been in awe of Native American history, it is paralleled to the history of African Americans in many ways to me, so I felt a connection. The culture is beautiful and their ornate jewelry is unforgettable. 

'Legend has it that the Native American Indians danced and rejoiced when the rains came. Their tears of joy mixed with the rain and seeped into Mother Earth to become SkyStone Turquoise. It is a true gem of the centuries. A long time ago someone noticed a clear blue line running through gray rock, and saw the imagery of sky and water in stone, and from that time on, turquoise has been cherished above all else in creation - turquoise, stone of sky, stone of water, stone of blessings, good fortune, protection, good health and long life.

Elsewhere, turquoise may come and go with fashion. Here turquoise is more precious than gold, an enduring expression of Native American Indian culture. It is the birthstone of December and signifies success.To the Native Americans, turquoise is life. They are stones medicine men keep in their sacred bundles because they possess powers of healing. Stones and crystals have unique attributed that support and heal us.

Turquoise, especially, is known for its positive healing energy, an aid in mental functions, communications and expression and as a protector. If you’re wearing a turquoise ring and you look down and see a crack in your stone, the Native Americans would say “the stone took it”, meaning the stone took the blow that you would have received.' ~indians.org/articles/turquoise

Websites that Carry Native American Jewelry:

Medicine Gallery

Native American Market

Etsy Store- Chicago Girl Vintage