All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Ethnic : Pre 1950 item #318592 (stock #T 919)
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Sold! Collector wrote, '...loved it! Thanks again!' Very Vintage Mellowed Yellowed w age Ivory and Woven Elephant (tested) Hair Adjustable Wrist or Ankle Bangle Bracelet as it adjusts from 7 1/4 to 10 3/4" inside. It is said that back in the late 60's & early 70's at College gift days, woven sterling silver adjustable ones also called "Elephant Hair Bracelets" w pachyderm charms were often found...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Ethnic : Native American : Pre 1980 item #848814 (stock #1664)
Well handcrafted knuckle to knuckle power finger bezel set 2 1/4" golden picture jasper ring signed in script: Sterling & JG. Scenic jasper reminding one of Owyhee Rocky Butte or Cripple Creek in origin. The lovely landscape scene shows a soft green tree horizon, behind that ochre color trees and the foreground rocky beds. Weighs a nice 25 grams or .8 ounce and is presently sized at ~8 yet could easily be resized. SOLD, no price, no info please.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Ethnic : Native American : Pre 1940 item #319435 (stock #T 931)
Early Bench Made Punched Silver Figural Thunderbird Native American Pin Brooch w "C" catch. Proud wingspan at 2.5" X just under 1" testing a bright at least a 90% coin silver content proper for that time. Sold, no price, no info
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Ethnic : Native American : Pre 1970 item #1386091
Navajo Kenneth Begay has been called the "father of modern Navajo jewelry". From 1946-1964, he worked as a benchsmith at the White Hogan Shop in Scottsdale, Az. The two identical bracelets were made by him during this time and are signed with his initials and the White Hogan hallmark. The middle bracelet has only the White Hogan hallmark but could possibly have also been made by him. They look spectacular stacked together...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Ethnic : Native American : Pre 1970 item #1401686
Spectacular size and quality, measures 6 1/4" interior, 2 3/4" high, with opening of 1 1/4", and an outside measurement of 7 3/4". Heavy gauge silver, all stamped with various designs around the edges with additional rope turning. The silver is darkened where stones are set, and there are multiple beads throughout the background of the stones...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Ethnic : Native American : Pre 1980 item #1403698
A very charming and smaller scale vintage concho belt by Cochiti Cippy Crazyhorse. There are 9 sterling conchos each measuring 1 7/8" horizontally and 7/8" vertically. The magnificent belt buckle is 2 1/2" by 1 1/8". The pieces are on a vintage tan leather belt that is 3/4" wide. There is some wear to the belt.The end to end length of the belt with the belt buckle included is 36 1/4"...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Ethnic : Native American : Pre 1960 item #1359784
Stunning, elegant sterling and turquoise necklace by Navajo Kenneth Begay. The necklace will fit up to a 15" neck. The amazing side scrolling panels measure 5"long and are 1 3/4" wide at the bottoms. The middle section with the turquoise measures 1 1/2" long with the stone being 7/8". All three sections move and form and curve comfortably on the neck. It weighs 63 grams and is in fine original condition...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Ethnic : Native American : Pre 1990 item #1380148
An outstanding vintage sterling and multi stone inlay bracelet by Navajo Jim Harrison who began creating in the early 1980's. Preston Monongye and Jessie Monongye shared their techniques with him and he credits his success to them, having helped him open his mind to his own designs. The influence of Jesse Monongye is particularly evident in this piece. Measuring 5" around in the inside plus an additional 1 1/4", it is 1/2" wide...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Ethnic : Far Eastern : Pre 1940 item #326121 (stock #T 977)
Sold. Rich Mellowed Yellowed Carved Ivory Bangle Bracelet w a Carved Dragon all around the 1/8" deep surface. Measures just under 2 1/2" inside across X 5/8" wide, showing some shiny areas from age and in very fine condition also showing cross graining. Sold, no price, no info
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Ethnic : Native American : Pre 1960 item #1356645
Hopi Morris Robinson began making jewelry in the 1920's in Arizona and became a master of many techniques. These exquisite silver overlay earrings are a fine example of his talent. Measuring 1 5/8" long, they have clip backs and are in fine original condition. Weighing 12 grams total, they are signed as shown in the last photo. They would be a fine addition to the collections of those who appreciate important Hopi jewelry.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Ethnic : Native American : Pre 1990 item #1393762
Beautiful sterling cuff with fine line chisel work by Navajo silversmith Gibson Nez. Deceased on December 1,2007, he was a self taught silversmith who won the prestigious Smithsonian Medal of Honor, more than 700 blue ribbons, was featured in magazines and books and was a featured guest artist in many museums and galleries across the United States. This beautiful cuff measures 5 1/4" around in the inside plus an additional 1 1/2" opening. It is 1 1/4"" wide and weighs 93 grams...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Ethnic : Native American : Pre 1940 item #321497 (stock #T 946)
Thunderbird "C" Catch Brooch Unsigned Unmarked testing @ least 90% coin silver and 7mm Green Blue Turquoise Cab consistent w that age. Notice the stamped designs on the wings. 1 5/8" X 5/8" and in beautiful wearable pre owned condition. Please see scans.
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Ethnic : Native American : Pre 1960 item #1356321
Navajo Mark Chee (1914-1981) specialized in traditional designs using heavy silver, stampwork and the finest stones available. This bracelet is a prime example of his work featuring 5 high grade Lone Mountain turquoise stones. Measuring 5 1/2" around in the inside plus a 1" opening, it is 1 1/8" wide in the front and tapers to 3/4" at the terminals. Weighing 145 grams, it is in fine original condition with no chips or cracks to the stones...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Ethnic : Native American : Pre 1970 item #1378000
Big, bold, beautiful sterling and ironwood clip back earrings by Navajo silversmith George Kee, made during his time at the White Hogan Shop in Scottsdale, Az. They measure 2 1/8" long and are 1 1/8" wide at the bottom. Total weight is 22 grams. Fine original condition and signed as shown. Stunning !!
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Ethnic : Native American : Pre 1920 item #318615 (stock #T 920)
Acquired along with other c 1900 Folk like Tribal Necklaces this Round Cut Disc & strip Horn Bone knotted with original 'organic smelling' when burned, intact twine, sinew or other old materials w possibly natural faded dyes. Approx 24", 1" cross cuts & graduating 3/4 to 2 1/4" strips. Plenty of shiny patina indicating many decades of age!
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All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Ethnic : Native American : Pre 1960 item #809419
An amazing sterling and coral concho belt by Cochiti silversmith Joe H. Quintana. There are 12 conchos measuring 2" horizontally and 1 1/2" vertically in addition to the belt buckle with center coral measuring 2 1/4" horizontally and 1 1/4" vertically. The leather belt including the buckle measures 38 1/4" end to end and the leather is 1 1/4" wide. All in fine original condition and weighing a total of 257 grams. Hallmarked JHQ on the reverse of the buckle...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Ethnic : Native American : Pre 1980 item #1326393
Beautiful sterling mask earrings by Aleut master silversmith Denise Wallace whose jewelry is inspired by her Alaskan Native heritage. These earrings measure 2 " long and 7/8" wide and are for pierced ears. They are in fine original condition and signed as shown. There is a dark patina on these which I think lends to their beauty but could be removed if so desired. The work of Denise Wallace has been the focus of many exhibitions and is found in several major museum collections. It is extremely r...
All Items : Archives : Estate Jewelry : Ethnic : Native American : Pre 1980 item #1189948
A remarkable sterling bracelet with chiseling and stone inlay consisting of lapis,turquoise, ironwood,coral,onyx and mother of pearl by Navajo silversmith Gibson Nez, As all his inlay pieces, the stones are beautiful and the inlay impeccable. Measuring 6 1/8" total circumference,it is 1" wide and weighs a hefty 115 grams. It is in fine condition with no chips or cracks to the stones. Signed as shown. A treasure.