Real BELL TRADING POST Navajo Cross Pendant Necklace REAL Turquoise Southwest

Authentic BELL TRADING POST stamped Cross Pendant Necklace w Genuine Turquoise Vintage. Tested as 100% copper with genuine natural turquoise. Handmade. Inspected and appraised professionally for $299 resale price. Excellent vintage condition for its age, like new. Featuring beautiful cabochon turquoise stones, natural and genuine (tested and authenticated professionally with a gem tester machine). BELL TRADING POST was a small business made Native American jewelry - originated from the Santa Fe New Mexico area. Includes 18” Chain Please see photos for condition and measurements. History and pic of Bell Trading Post, copyrighted to link below: https://tskies.com/blogs/news/history-of-bell-trading?srsltid=AfmBOoqzJ1kzHxz3Au2wWkYRFtJ28SuecttpAn6v3ROQBSYb35ui8nCS The system of trading posts in the arid southwest had an enormous impact on how the area was shaped, both economically and in the minds and imaginations of travelers to the area. One such post was established by Jack Michelson and his wife, Mildred, in 1932 in the growing city of Albuquerque. Mildred’s maiden name was Bell, so the Michelsons chose the name Bell Trading Post for their business. The post was located along the new highway known as Route 66. Michelson hoped this spot would be a boon in establishing his business as a place where tourists could find locally made Native American jewelry. The beginning years were a struggle but the location did help