These marvelous earrings were converted from screwbacks, employing hand-made button wires. Each stalk hosts 11 leaves on each stalk lending grace compatible with any jaw line.
You, the wearer, will complete this ornamentation created by a talented individual at Zuni. They reflect a post Art Deco influence.
Description | These marvelous earrings were converted from screwbacks, employing hand-made button wires. Each stalk hosts 11 leaves on each stalk lending grace compatible with any jaw line. You, the wearer, will complete this ornamentation created by a talented individual at Zuni. They reflect a post Art Deco influence. |
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About the Artist | The best book to explain the steps in creating Zuni cluster jewelry is Oscar Branson's Indian Jewelry Making. Volume II. Look at page 48 illustrating each step to create a cluster bracelet. |
Medium | Sterling silver and natural deep blue turquoise |
Troy ounces | .28 troy ounces |
Size | 1 3/4" length of the stalk independent of silver drop wires. Wires measures 3/4" in length. Width of "stalks" is 1/2". |
Date of creation | Circa 1940's |
Condition | Excellent |
Turquoise | Natural deep blue to teal tapering turquoise stones |
Provenance | CC |
Gram weight | 8.6 grams for both earrings together |