Some songs are never written down. They survive because someone chooses to carry them.
This remarkable vintage necklace by Theodore Edaaki is exactly that kind of piece—a wearable story rendered in sterling silver and stone. At its heart rests Edaaki’s unmistakable songbird, perched among flourishing leaves and blossoms, brought to life through meticulous hand-cut inlay. Turquoise, Mediterranean coral, jet, mother-of-pearl, and shell are layered together with extraordinary precision, creating a composition that feels vibrant, balanced, and full of movement.
Surrounding the centerpiece, handmade stations echo the same joyful geometry before flowing into an elegant silver chain. Three articulated pendants sway freely below, catching the light and giving the necklace an effortless sense of motion. It’s sculpture designed not simply to be admired, but to move with the person wearing it.
Theodore Edaaki’s work occupies a special place among contemporary Zuni masters. His jewelry blends traditional Pueblo symbolism with crisp, architectural inlay and exceptional lapidary, creating pieces that are immediately recognizable to collectors. Birds appear often in Pueblo art as symbols of harmony, renewal, and the connection between the earthly and spiritual worlds—a fitting centerpiece for a necklace that feels both celebratory and timeless.
This is the sort of piece that doesn’t just complete an outfit. It becomes the conversation.
Details
- By Theodore Edaaki
- Handcrafted sterling silver
- Intricate Zuni inlay
- Turquoise, Mediterranean coral, jet, mother-of-pearl, and shell
- Songbird motif with floral elements
- Articulated dangles with exceptional movement
- Handmade station chain
- Vintage collector-quality example
- One-of-a-kind handcrafted work
Eric’s Notes from the Field
Edaaki has this incredible ability to make silver feel lighthearted. There’s a confidence to his work—perfect proportions, fearless color, and just enough movement to make the entire necklace feel alive. This is one of those pieces I’d happily build an entire collection around. It has personality, craftsmanship, and that increasingly rare quality where you know exactly who made it the moment you see it.
Some songs are never written down. They survive because someone chooses to carry them.
This remarkable vintage necklace by Theodore Edaaki is exactly that kind of piece—a wearable story rendered in sterling silver and stone. At its heart rests Edaaki’s unmistakable songbird, perched among flourishing leaves and blossoms, brought to life through meticulous hand-cut inlay. Turquoise, Mediterranean coral, jet, mother-of-pearl, and shell are layered together with extraordinary precision, creating a composition that feels vibrant, balanced, and full of movement.
Surrounding the centerpiece, handmade stations echo the same joyful geometry before flowing into an elegant silver chain. Three articulated pendants sway freely below, catching the light and giving the necklace an effortless sense of motion. It’s sculpture designed not simply to be admired, but to move with the person wearing it.
Theodore Edaaki’s work occupies a special place among contemporary Zuni masters. His jewelry blends traditional Pueblo symbolism with crisp, architectural inlay and exceptional lapidary, creating pieces that are immediately recognizable to collectors. Birds appear often in Pueblo art as symbols of harmony, renewal, and the connection between the earthly and spiritual worlds—a fitting centerpiece for a necklace that feels both celebratory and timeless.
This is the sort of piece that doesn’t just complete an outfit. It becomes the conversation.
Details
- By Theodore Edaaki
- Handcrafted sterling silver
- Intricate Zuni inlay
- Turquoise, Mediterranean coral, jet, mother-of-pearl, and shell
- Songbird motif with floral elements
- Articulated dangles with exceptional movement
- Handmade station chain
- Vintage collector-quality example
- One-of-a-kind handcrafted work
Eric’s Notes from the Field
Edaaki has this incredible ability to make silver feel lighthearted. There’s a confidence to his work—perfect proportions, fearless color, and just enough movement to make the entire necklace feel alive. This is one of those pieces I’d happily build an entire collection around. It has personality, craftsmanship, and that increasingly rare quality where you know exactly who made it the moment you see it.
