Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Chip Necklace By Mary Salazar

41 grams approximately

Contains Sleeping Beauty Turquoise chip stones and 7 Sterling silver accent beads

Each Turquoise chip measures approximately 8mm x 5mm

Claw fastening with extender chain

Measures approximately 18 inches with an additional 2.5 inch extender chain.

Set in sterling silver 925

The Healing and Metaphysical Properties of Turquoise

Knows as the ‘profound master healer’, Turquoise is widely believed to help in the absorption of all nutrients, strengthening the entire anatomy. It aids tissue regeneration and is a powerful protector against all environmental pollutants. This crystal relates, in particular, to the throat chakra. It enhances creative expression, peace of mind and emotional balance. It promotes communication with both the physical and spiritual worlds and strengthens friendship and loyalty.

Amongst healers, it is widely accepted that Turquoise has exceptional powers of psychic protection and, therefore, should never be handled by anyone but the owner – no matter how close they may be!

Many Native American tribes celebrate Turquoise as the ‘reflection’ of Father Sky and wear elaborate pieces of jewellery inlaid with the pale blue stone to protect them during the night time when the sky is dark or at times when, during sacred ceremonies, their spirit roams free as their body rests and waits for them inside the ‘Kiva’ or ‘sweat lodge’.

Turquoise has been used for shamanic healing for many Native American tribes. It is another mineral used as currency and swooped for treasure beads. The Turquoise that is prized the most is ‘Sleeping Beauty’ Turquoise from the ‘Sleeping Beauty Mine’ in Arizona. The powder blue purity of this Turquoise is breath-taking.

Sleeping Beauty Turquoise 

The Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Mine is located in Globe, Arizona. It derives its name from the mountain of the same name and at one time was part of the cooper cities copper operation. The mine is renowned for its brilliant blue turquoise. It was one of the larger producers of turquoise in America and was certainly one of the best known. Since its closer a few years ago the Turquoise has become highly coveted and sought after due to its limited availability.

About Mary Salazar

Mary Salazar is a jewellery artist based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, known for her handcrafted jewellery inspired by the colours, landscapes and character of the American Southwest.

Her work incorporates a wide variety of natural gemstones, turquoise, sterling silver and colourful beads, with pieces often showcasing the individual beauty and natural variations of each stone. Her designs include necklaces, bracelets and other statement pieces featuring gemstones such as turquoise, lapis lazuli, aquamarine, kyanite, coral, pearls, larimar, ruby, black opal and amazonite.

A distinctive feature of Salazar’s work is the combination of colourful natural stones with traditional silver elements, creating jewellery with an earthy, organic and distinctly Southwestern aesthetic.

Her jewellery has been represented by galleries and specialist retailers, and individual pieces range from delicate gemstone designs to bold turquoise and sterling-silver creations.

For collectors and jewellery enthusiasts, Mary Salazar’s work offers an interesting combination of natural gemstones, handmade craftsmanship and Southwestern influence, with each stone contributing its own colour, texture and character.