Sam Patania King's Manassa Turquoise Necklace

Hand-Wrought Sterling Silver and King's Manassa Turquoise Necklace
 
This handmade, one-of-a-kind necklace is a stately and elegant expression of Southwestern jewelry artistry. Centered by a large oval of King's Manassa Turquoise cabochon, chosen for its commanding presence and luminous character. Set within a hand-wrought sterling silver chain, the stone serves as the focal point of a substantial yet beautifully balanced design; one that honors tradition while remaining timeless and distinctly wearable.
 
Every element of this necklace was shaped, formed, and finished by hand. The silver was carefully worked through a process requiring patience, precision, and an intimate understanding of the metal. Rather than relying on mass-produced components or automated finishing, Sam builds each piece slowly, creating each contour, finishing each surface and detail with intention.
 
The subtle variations of its handmade nature are part of its beauty, revealing the time, skill, and personal attention invested in its creation.
This necklace draws inspiration from the legacy of the distinguished Patania Family jewelers who preceded Sam Patania, as well as the Mediterranean style sired by Frank Patania Sr., the founding father of timeless Southwestern jewelry artistry.
 
That influence shows in the necklace’s strong architectural presence, graceful proportions, and refined ornamentation. It reflects a tradition where jewelry is not simply made to be worn, but designed to endure, becoming part of a wearer’s story and eventually part of your family’s history.
 
More than an accessory, this necklace is a wearable continuation of the Patania tradition, an heirloom-quality work of art shaped by hand, rooted in Southwestern history, and made for someone who values individuality, craftsmanship, and enduring beauty.
 
Details:
Large oval Supernova Turquoise cabochon 33mm by 22mm (1.25" x 1")
Hand-wrought adjustable-length sterling silver chain (18")
Influenced by the Mediterranean style of Frank Patania Sr.
Created by world-renowned, Smithsonian-collected silversmith Sam Patania