The Desert’s Quiet Power: Meet Our 16” Natural Turquoise Disc Heishi Necklace

Big Nose Kate
Sep 27
3 min read

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A close-up view of a necklace featuring turquoise stones with earthy orange-brown veining, artfully arranged against a dark textured background.

For the frontier soul who prefers poetry you can wear.

Audio Version of The Desert’s Quiet Power: Meet Our 16” Natural Turquoise Disc Heishi Necklace

There are jewels that sparkle, and there are jewels that breathe. This 16-inch strand of natural turquoise disc heishi belongs to the latter—stone shaped by patient hands, sun-warmed color pressed close to the collarbone, and a hush of desert sky in every bead. Crafted in the classic heishi style—those smooth, meticulously shaped discs known across the Southwest—this necklace carries the kind of presence that doesn’t shout. It simply arrives, sure-footed as a mustang at daybreak. (Big Nose Kate Co.)

Why This Necklace Feels Like Home on the Range

Turquoise has a way of steadying the heart and sharpening the horizon. Here, thick, uniform discs are strung with precision so the strand drapes with satisfying weight yet never drags—an old-school Southwestern silhouette that nods to collectors and stylists alike. At 16 inches, it sits in that sweet choker-to-collarbone pocket, a length made for button-down denim, crisp white linen, or a velvet jacket when the night gets serious. (Big Nose Kate Co.)

“Every disc tells a story of stone, sky, and sun.”That’s not a slogan—it’s the necklace itself, whispering.

“Bring home the desert’s quiet power.”

The Romance in the Details

Natural turquoise disc beads with rich blues and golden-brown matrix—like canyon walls catching last light. (Big Nose Kate Co.)
Traditional heishi craftsmanship, shaped and polished by hand for a satiny glide at the neckline. (Big Nose Kate Co.)
Substantial drape, designed to feel present without feeling heavy—a quiet kind of luxury. (Big Nose Kate Co.)

A close-up of a necklace featuring circular turquoise stones with brownish accents, beautifully arranged on a dark fabric background.

Style Notes from Kate’s Trunk

Solo Act: Let the turquoise lead. Pair with a white tee, sunhat, and a duster. You’ll look like you own the horizon.
Stacked & Storied: Layer under a sterling squash blossom for full drama—think barn dance to gala without changing your boots. (Big Nose Kate Co.)
Trail-to-Town: Add a narrow silk scarf and small hoop earrings; keep the neckline clean so the discs can do their work.

Frontier tip: The 16” length frames the face beautifully. It also plays well with V-necks and the top snap of a pearl-snap shirt, left undone—timeless rodeo fashion jewelry energy, steady as a drum.

The Spirit Behind the Stone

We honor the deep jewelry traditions of the American Southwest by focusing on craftsmanship, authenticity, and respect. Heishi—those finely shaped disc beads—take time, discipline, and a tender hand. The result is a strand with a pulse: rounded edges that feel like river stones and color that reads like a thunderhead breaking open over sage.

When to Wear It

At the market: Sun on your shoulders, canvas tote on your arm, turquoise steadying your stride.
On the midway: Boots, denim, lipstick—channel that Beth Dutton style jewelry bravado without losing an ounce of grace.
By lantern light: A silk blouse, soft fiddle in the distance, and turquoise that glows like embers.

“Layer it like a legend.”

Quick Facts (to clip & keep)

Name: 16” Natural Turquoise Disc Heishi Necklace
Length: 16 inches (choker-to-collarbone) (Big Nose Kate Co.)
Material: Natural turquoise, disc-cut heishi beads, hand-shaped and polished (Big Nose Kate Co.)
Vibe: Classic, old-school Southwestern; weighty yet comfortable; layers like a dream (Big Nose Kate Co.)

Close-up of a handcrafted turquoise necklace showing the intricate details of its silver clasp and connector, highlighting the artisan's skill in jewelry making.

Care & Keeping (because love is maintenance)

Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth after wear. Keep away from perfumes, hairspray, and prolonged sunlight when not in use. Store flat to protect the heishi’s smooth alignment. When in doubt, treat it like a keepsake passed down by a saloon belle.

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Ready to Ride?

This necklace is not a trend piece—it’s a travel companion. If your wardrobe has been asking for something with heartbeat and history, answer it with turquoise.

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