This reversible bib necklace is strung with purple shell beads and graduated tabs mosaic inlaid with turquoise, mother-of-pearl, and purple and orange shell on one face; orange and purple shell and mother-of-pearl on the other.

Length: 11 3/4in

This piece was a 1st place winner at the SWAIA Santa Fe Indian Market, Santa Fe, NM, 2001; the prize ribbon accompanies the item.

Charlene Reano

Charlene Reano of San Felipe is married into the Reano family. Santo Domingans are well-known for their inlay work. Charlene’s inlaid earrings and bracelets have the appearance of intricate, colorful tiles – a mosaic of rich color and pattern. Charlene's intricate mosaic work has been recognized with ribbons and awards at Eight Northern Pueblo and the prestigious Santa Fe Indian Market. 

The type of inlay work created by Charlene and her in-laws has a revered history dating back to their Anasazi ancestors. Stunning earrings and pendants have been unearthed from ancient dwellings – extraordinary pieces made by patient hands one thousand years ago.