Black Horn Hairpipe and Turquoise Bead Choker Necklace

Three strands of horn hairpipes and beads with leather ends and dividers measures 11" long plus 5" cord on each end for tying.
5/8" wide.

What is a Choker?

A choker is a close-fitting necklace worn around the neck. They can be adorned in a variety of ways, including with sequins, studs, or a pendant. They have been around for thousands of years, first gracing the world's earliest civilizations. Often made with gold or lapis, the necklaces were thought to be protective and instilled with special powers. Historically, they were associated with high fashion. However, in the late 19th century, a plain, thin red, or black ribbon choker had ties to prostitution. In Native American culture, chokers functioned as a form of protection for tribal warriors, guarding the jugular and deflecting arrows from the neck in battle. Also, it was thought to protect the voice and provide great speaking abilities to the wearer. The bone-choker would guide the warrior to speak the truth directly from the heart.

What is the meaning of Black Color?

Black is the darkest color, the result of the absence or complete absorption of visible light. It was one of the first colors used in art. The color black represents strength, seriousness, power, and authority. Black is a formal, elegant, and prestigious color.

What is a Hairpipe?

A Hair Pipe is a term for an elongated bead more than 1.5 inches long, which are popular with American Indians, particularly from the Great Plains and Northwest Plateau. Horn hairpipes are often used on old-style breastplates, chokers, laces, and bandolier. Hairpipe today is available in several materials besides bone, but buffalo horn is the material of choice.

What is the meaning of Turquoise Color?

Turquoise is a blue/green color based on the gem of the same name. The word turquoise comes from the French for "Turkish", as the gem was originally imported from Turkey. The positive connotations connected with turquoise color are sophistication, healing, protection, and spirituality.

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