{"product_id":"navajo-amber-with-naja-pendant-necklace","title":"Navajo Amber with Naja Pendant Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003e20th Century\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e20\" L + 1.875\" Drop x 1.8125\" W\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand Crafted with 18 Amber Beads and 20 Silver Beads with 2 Silver Cones and a Silver Naja Pendant with Hook and Eye Enclosure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Very Good Condition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Navajo Amber with Naja Pendant Necklace is a stunning example of traditional Southwestern Native American jewelry, blending the iconic naja design with warm, golden amber accents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe naja (pronounced \"NAH-zha\") is a classic crescent-shaped pendant central to Navajo (Diné) silversmithing. It originated in the late 19th century, inspired by Moorish\/Spanish horse bridle ornaments brought to the Americas, and the Navajo word \"naja\" literally means \"crescent.\" While some interpret it as symbolizing protection, harmony (hózhó), resilience, fertility, or the path to balance and beauty in life, many Navajo artisans view it primarily as a cherished, prestigious form without strict spiritual meaning.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antique American Indian Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47399199342757,"sku":"5224-0871","price":295.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/6071\/5685\/files\/5224-0871_6.jpg?v=1768522670","url":"https:\/\/antiqueamericanindianart.com\/products\/navajo-amber-with-naja-pendant-necklace","provider":"Antique American Indian Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}