This handmade choker features rare Sleeping Beauty turquoise; a stone once mined in the mountains of Arizona and now no longer in production. Known for its vivid, uninterrupted sky-blue color, Sleeping Beauty turquoise has long been prized for its clarity and brilliance.
At the center, faceted pear-shaped turquoise beads catch the light beautifully, showcasing the stone’s natural glow against the neckline. It’s a modern heirloom rooted in the American Southwest designed to be worn alone or layered.
Length: 17”
Handmade Jewelry by Shannon Smith
For over 20 years, I’ve collected beads and stones from around the world, found in hidden bead shops, markets, antique stores, and gem shows. Each piece carries a story, and in my home beading studio, I bring those stories to life.
This handmade choker features rare Sleeping Beauty turquoise; a stone once mined in the mountains of Arizona and now no longer in production. Known for its vivid, uninterrupted sky-blue color, Sleeping Beauty turquoise has long been prized for its clarity and brilliance.
At the center, faceted pear-shaped turquoise beads catch the light beautifully, showcasing the stone’s natural glow against the neckline. It’s a modern heirloom rooted in the American Southwest designed to be worn alone or layered.
Length: 17”
Handmade Jewelry by Shannon Smith
For over 20 years, I’ve collected beads and stones from around the world, found in hidden bead shops, markets, antique stores, and gem shows. Each piece carries a story, and in my home beading studio, I bring those stories to life.
