Chimney Butte Naja Pendant | Number 8 & Golden Hills Turquoise, Sterling Silver, Signed and Hallmarked
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Details
• Artist: Chimney Butte
• Material: Solid sterling silver
• Stones:
• Center: Natural Number 8 turquoise
• Accents: Golden Hills turquoise (2 stones)
• Width: approx. 2 inches
• Length (with bail): approx. 4 inches
• Length (without bail): approx. 3.25 inches
• Bail opening: approx. 17 mm (fits larger chains & Navajo pearls)
• Weight: 71 grams
• Hallmarks: Signed Chimney Butte, stamped sterling
This striking Chimney Butte naja pendant is defined by its stones — three distinct voices working in quiet balance, each chosen for contrast, character, and presence.
At the center is an elongated Number 8 turquoise cabochon with remarkable depth and texture. The stone features a rich brown host rock running through the core, scattered with vivid turquoise deposits that appear almost suspended within the matrix. The turquoise blooms unevenly across the surface — clustered in some areas, sparse in others — creating a dynamic, organic pattern that feels geological rather than decorative. It’s a stone that invites long looking, where new details emerge the longer you sit with it.
Flanking the naja arms are two Golden Hills turquoise accent stones — smaller in scale but powerful in contrast. Their pale, icy blue tone is distinctly different from the warmer, earthier center stone. Fine, delicate matrix lines run through each accent, adding subtle movement without overpowering their softness. Together, they frame the pendant with lightness and clarity, allowing the central Number 8 stone to remain grounded and bold.
The silverwork is unmistakably Chimney Butte. Crafted in heavy, solid sterling silver, the naja form is sculptural and substantial, with flowing curves and confident weight. Intricate silver detailing around the central stone adds dimension and texture, while the arms remain clean and strong, keeping the focus on the stones themselves. The silver has developed a natural, honest patina that deepens the contours and reinforces the pendant’s character.
The naja motif carries deep cultural history, traditionally used as a protective form and later incorporated into jewelry as a symbol of strength and continuity. Chimney Butte’s interpretation honors that lineage while maintaining a bold, modern presence.
Signed “Chimney Butte” and stamped sterling, this pendant is a stone-forward statement piece — expressive, grounded, and meant to be worn close.