These beautiful mirror image channel inlay hoop earrings are perfection in so many ways.
Just the right size and weight, the deep blue green to green hues of the natural turquoise inlays give these ear ornaments intensity complimentary to any and all skin tones. Ideal for wearing through the day into the evening.
These stunning ornaments are the ideal "go to" jewelry accent that will always be in good taste.
Description | These beautiful mirror image channel inlay hoop earrings are perfection in so many ways. Just the right size and weight, the deep blue green to green hues of the natural turquoise inlays give these ear ornaments intensity complimentary to any and all skin tones. Ideal for wearing through the day into the evening. These stunning ornaments are the ideal "go to" jewelry accent that will always be in good taste. |
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About the Artist | Known for his mosaic approach to jewelry design as well as his channel inlay work, Bernard Homer made bracelets, buckles, earrings, necklaces, pendants, pins and rings using silver, turquoise, coral, white shell and jet. As Homer also made paintings, he is listed in Jeanne Snodgrass’s book American Indian Painters, as well as Patrick Lester’s The Biographical Directory of Native American Painters as well as James Ostler’s book Zuni: A Village of Silversmiths. |
Medium | Sterling silver and natural turquoise |
Troy ounces | .24 troy ounces |
Size | Hoop is 13/15" width X 3/4" height without connective links. Earring tops are 11/32" in diameter. Height of top and pendant is 1 1/2". |
Signed | No mark of any kind |
Date of creation | Early 1960's |
Condition | Excellent |
Turquoise | Natural turquoise tending more to intense greens than blues, very high grade |
Description | Fabricated of rolled silver sheet to create channel inlay for turquoise. The sterling clutch backs are manufactured findings, as are the ear posts. Wire links are hand made and soldered prior to stone setting. |
Provenance | KW |
Gram weight | 7.3 grams |