Jewelry: Necklaces
From simple, hand-drilled turquoise beads to elaborate silver squash
blossoms, nothing represents the culture of the Southwest Indians like
their necklaces. Men and women alike counted their necklaces as their
most treasured possessions. The necklaces here represent the best of these
pieces, from a time when a personšs wealth was displayed in their personal
adornment.
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Navajo silver necklace by George Kee (hallmarked), c. 1950s. This is the "bar" design that Kee, his brother Allen and their cousin Kenneth Begay made famous while working at the White Hogan. A wearable piece of sculpture. Solid part measures 4 1/2" across, total length with chain 13 1/2" (can be lengthened with more chain). $850 (N 1836)
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A beautiful necklace with Morenci turquoise nuggets and coral, c. 1960s. Vibrant colors. Hanging length 14". $895 (N 1839)
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One of the finest Zuni channel inlay necklaces we have seen, with raised channel inlay done in #8 turquoise, c. 1935-45. Possibly the work of Frank Vacit or Dan Simplicio. Inlaid panel measures 4 3/16" across, total length 17 7/16". $4200 (N BD/3)
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A Navajo single strand turquoise bead necklace, c. 1940s. Wonderful deep green color, and a nicely graduated strand. Hanging length 15 1/4". $895 (N 1786)
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A real showstopper--a Zuni cluster necklace entirely set with #8 turquoise, c. 1950. It is nearly impossible to find this much #8 in one piece. About as good as it gets in a Zuni cluster necklace. Straight length 26 1/2", naja measures 3 1/2" x 2 7/8". $on request (N 1830)
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A truly special piece, the kind that does not come around often. A real masterwork by Santa Domingo smith Julian Lovato (hallmarked), c. 1970s. 14 domed turquoise (possibly Persian) set in the center pendant, with two flanking pieces set with 9 domed turquoise each. Absolutely stunning when worn. Lovato pieces are rare to the market, and Lovato pieces of this scale and quality are nearly impossible to find. Straight length 24" (links can be removed or added to adjust the length). The pendant is 2" across, and the largest turquoise is 3/4" x 1/2". Weight 120 grams. $on request (N 1843 Inquire/Order |
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