Beyond perfection, these exquisite "double snowflake" pendant earrings are comforable enough for day into evening wear. Just the right weight and balance, these beautifully designed Zuni hand-crafted ornaments suspend well from the smallest of ear lobes.
The intense deep blue to teal hues of 24 natural turquoise "petit point" cabochons compliment every complexion.
As a gift for someone you cherish or to pamper yourself, these circa 1970's Zuni jewels are a timeless reflection of good taste and unique personal style.
Description | Beyond perfection, these exquisite "double snowflake" pendant earrings are comforable enough for day into evening wear. Just the right weight and balance, these beautifully designed Zuni hand-crafted ornaments suspend well from the smallest of ear lobes. The intense deep blue to teal hues of 24 natural turquoise "petit point" cabochons compliment every complexion. As a gift for someone you cherish or to pamper yourself, these circa 1970's Zuni jewels are a timeless reflection of good taste and unique personal style. |
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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 Blue Gem Turquoise |
Troy ounces | .07 troy ounces (both) |
Size | 1 5/8" overall length X 1/2" width |
Signed | Not marked |
Date of creation | 1970's |
Condition | Excellent |
Turquoise | Natural Blue Gem mine turquoise, hand-cut into 24 slender oval "petit point" cabochons - 12 per earring, each measuring 3/16" length and almost 1/16" in width |
Description | Sterling silver mill rolled sheet and custom cut bezels with forged silver bead "rain drops". Fabrication utilized "heavy" wire posts and commercial die struck post clutches. |
Provenance | KW |
Gram weight | 2.2 grams (both) |