Santo Domingo (Kewa) Depression Era Turquoise and Repurposed Materials Thunderbird Necklace, c. 1930s Herbert Tsosie As this is a vintage

As this is a vintage piece with countless inlaid stones and shells

Markings: C

Vintage sterling silver pendant set with two bright blue Turquoise stones separated by three sterling stamped leaves surrounding a sterling stamped flower

A truly unique cuff

1980s-1990s) Santo Domingo (Kewa) heishi necklace with bird fetishes and coral

Santo Domingo (Kewa) Depression Era Turquoise and Repurposed Materials Thunderbird Necklace, c. 1930s Herbert Tsosie As this is a vintageVintage (nearly antique) Santo Domingo (Kewa) Depression Era thunderbird necklace made from Turquoise, gypsum, hard rubber, and plastics. The terms "Depression Era" or "Great Depression" refer to the period of economic downturn in the 1930s, primarily in the United States. During this time, many artists and craftsmen turned to creating jewelry and art as a means of economic survival. As it was difficult for artisans to purchase materials typically