The Mesquite Strand

About the strand:

The Mesquite Strand highlights rich purple spiny oyster shell beads with beautiful natural depth and texture. Shiny 4mm sterling silver pearl beads provide contrast and keep the look clean and balanced. It’s a versatile piece that pairs easily with turquoise, orange spiny, pink conch, and other stones in your collection.

• 14.5" from end to end
• Exclusive, one-of-a-kind hand-strung design
• Features genuine purple spiny oyster shell beads
• Machine made sterling silver pearl beads
• Sterling silver lobster clasp
• Properly finished with professional sterling silver findings (strung on SILVER PLATED STAINLESS STEEL wire)

About the stone: 

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.