Early Native American Santo Domingo Pueblo Spondylus Heishi Necklace Harpocrates and libations

and libations

bowed legs

Minor cracks and abrasion

are among the most distinctive artifacts of their culture

this fragment hints at the grandeur of the original piece

Early Native American Santo Domingo Pueblo Spondylus Heishi Necklace Harpocrates and libationsSanto Domingo Pueblo (Kewa), early to mid 20th century, northern New Mexico, United States A fantastic example of classic Native American craftsmanship, this exquisite necklace showcases the timeless artistry of Santo Domingo Pueblo jewelry making. The aged necklace consists of eleven cut and polished "corn kernels" made from spondylus (spiny oyster) shell, separated by cream white heishi beads crafted from the scarce conch shella material rarely used