Description
Description
Number 8 Turquoise Bar Necklace • Sterling Silver Nevada Turquoise Pendant • Rustic Southwestern Jewelry
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A hand-forged sterling silver bar necklace featuring genuine Number 8 turquoise from Nevada's legendary #8 Mine. Set on a substantial oxidized sterling silver mariner chain, this piece combines rugged Southwestern character with everyday wearability. The turquoise stones are intentionally offset for a look that feels more collected than coordinated, while hammered texture and oxidized details bring out the warm blue-green tones and rich matrix that make Number 8 turquoise so distinctive.
🔹 Number 8 Turquoise
Number 8 turquoise comes from the historic #8 Mine in Nevada, one of the most sought-after American turquoise sources. Known for its distinctive blue-green color and rich brown matrix, Number 8 has been highly prized by collectors for decades. The mine closed in the 1970s, making today's material true old-stock turquoise with a limited supply.
🔹 Details
• Metal: Sterling silver
• Stones: Genuine Number 8 turquoise (4×6mm & 4mm)
• Pendant Style: Hand-forged bar design
• Stone Layout: Asymmetrical placement for an organic look
• Bezel: Serrated sterling silver bezel
• Texture: Hammered and oxidized finish
• Chain: 4.5×2mm solid sterling silver mariner chain
• Bar Size: Approximately 40mm × 5mm (1.57" × 0.20")
• Weight: Lightweight enough for everyday wear
🔹 Why You'll Love It
The combination of historic Nevada turquoise, hand-forged sterling silver, and a heavier mariner chain creates a piece with substance without feeling bulky. The offset stone placement gives each necklace its own personality while keeping the design clean, modern, and unmistakably Southwestern.
🪶 Southwestern Silver Soul
Because each necklace is made by hand, turquoise color, matrix patterns, and stone placement will vary slightly, making every piece one of a kind.

