Unusual Elk Tooth Heishi Necklace

Identifying & Discovering
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Another one of my strange finds to say the least, Love to know more about it. Any thoughts? Materials for the heishi? Elk tooth and Pig tusks I got…

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That is an interesting piece. I would say it was Navajo made, but definitely could be wrong on that. Also, think those beads are coconut.

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Thanks Jason! I thought they were to, but they are the wrong texture and hardness. I even tried a pin test and the y resisted. very odd