SQUASH BLOSSOM Large Turquoise & Sterling Silver Vintage Necklace

SQUASH BLOSSOM 

This beautifully handcrafted squash blossom necklace is most likely mid- century estimated to be from the 40's/50's. The turquoise has naturally changed color over the years which is a sign of if's age. Featured are a total of 14 stones and 10 blossoms. Each unique turquoise stone set in a basic bezel setting and is framed by twisted wire, and a handmade floral or fan shape design. The impressive naja pendant in the center features 4 turquoise stones set on floral shaped pieces. The seamed beads, called bench beads or Navajo pearls, are strung with wire and hook clasp on the back.
Most likely Navajo. 

HALLMARKS: WD (possibly Dan Whitegoat)

DIMENSIONS:  
Naja pendant: 3" x 3 1/2"
largest blossom measures approx 2 1/4"x 3/4"
chain end to end:  28"

WEIGHT:  200g

MATERIALS:  sterling silver and turquoise

CONDITION: great!