Petroglyph Turtle Charm Sterling Silver | Southwestern Jewelry | Made in USA
On sandstone panels scattered across Utah, Arizona, and New Mexico, turtles appear again and again — pecked into rock by artists working thousands of years ago. In those traditions the turtle stands for Mother Earth herself, for patience, and for the meeting place of water and land. This charm borrows its lines straight from that ancient vocabulary, favoring the angular, stylized geometry of rock art over modern realism.
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Measuring 1-1/4 inches by 1 inch and weighing 2.6 grams, this is one of the larger pieces in the Southwestern series, with real presence on a chain. The incised markings read clearly thanks to deliberate finishing: brighter polished planes set against softer matte recesses, so the design shifts and pops as the light changes.
Every charm is filed, sanded, and buffed one at a time rather than tumble-finished in bulk, which keeps those contrasts crisp.
Wear it as a pendant for maximum effect, add it to a bracelet of desert-themed charms, or give it to a turtle collector or anyone fascinated by ancient art. Cast in sterling silver with its sterling silver jump ring attached — Made in USA.
Charm Dimensions
Most Xinar charms measure approximately 10–25 mm including bail. Sizes vary by design — check each product's specifications above for exact measurements.
Chain Length Reference
| Length | Style | Where it sits |
|---|---|---|
| 16" / 41 cm | Choker | Sits close to the base of the neck |
| 18" / 46 cm | Standard | Falls at the collarbone — most popular |
| 20" / 51 cm | Matinee | Rests just below the collarbone |
| 24" / 61 cm | Opera | Falls near the top of the bust |
| 30" / 76 cm | Rope | Long layering length, mid-torso |
Our sterling silver charms pair well with 18" chains — the most versatile everyday length.
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Petroglyph Turtle Charm Sterling Silver | Southwestern Jewelry | Made in USA
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