The Burro Strand

About the strand:

The Burro Strand is allll about the color combination. Sterling silver pearl beads are paired with vibrant Campitos turquoise and bright Orange/Red Spiny Oyster, creating little bursts of color throughout the strand. The chunky turquoise and shell beads really stand out against the sleek sterling silver pearl beads (4-5mm). This one brings plenty of personality and is guaranteed to make you want to put it on the second you see it!

• • 16" end to end
  • Exclusive, one-of-a-kind hand-strung design
  • Features genuine, stabilized Campitos turquoise (MEXICO) and orange/red spiny oyster shell beads
  • Machine made sterling silver pearl beads
  • Properly finished with sterling silver lobster clasp, eye closure, and findings
  • Strung on professional-grade COATED STAINLESS STEEL beading wire for durability and longevity.

NOTE: Internal components can cause finished jewelry to have magnetic response. This does NOT affect the authenticity of the sterling silver beads.

About the stone: 

Campitos turquoise comes from the Sonoran region of Mexico, where it has been mined for centuries. It is a widely sought after stone celebrated for its vivid blue-green color, but there is something else about Campitos turquoise that makes it very distinct. Unlike many turquoise varieties that typically form in veins, Campitos turquoise is mostly found as free-form nuggets embedded in clay deposits. This natural nugget formation makes Campitos turquoise very unique and quite desirable. Turquoise is a sacred and highly valued stone in Native American cultures, symbolizing healing, protection, and a deep connection to nature, particularly the sky and water. It represents good fortune, strength, and spiritual communication. This stone is integral to ceremonies, rituals, and everyday life, where Native American tribes use it for healing, safeguarding, and even rituals intended to bring about rain.

Spiny oyster shell is a natural shell found in the Sea of Cortez off Baja California, Mexico. It is known for its rich colors, varying from deep reds and oranges to bright purples and whites. It has been a staple in Southwestern jewelry traditions, valued for both its aesthetic appeal and energetic properties. The shell's coloration directly correlates with its harvest depth where shells found near the surface exhibit lighter hues (white to pale orange), while deeper waters yield darker specimens (red-orange to purple). The rare purple variety is considered the most precious among collectors. Garnering its energy from the sea, spiny oyster is a symbol of protection and resilience.