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Sterling Dragonfly Pendant w/Turq. Frank Valdez Taos browse these categories for related items... Directory: Artisan and Design:Jewelry:Pendants:New: item # 759986 Please refer to our stock # 509 when inquiring.
Southwest Trader HC-69 BOX 4B SAPELLO, NM 87745 505-425-5630 Guest Book $ 145.- |
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| Frank Valdez a master silversmith was born in Cimarron New Mexico and raised in Taos. Frank’s parents Joe and Lorenza Valdez gave Frank, his brother Alex and sister Lorna a positive environment that nurtured self-reliance as well as creativity. Frank a Vietnam Veteran has seen many sides of life and many places in the world, but home is and always will be New Mexico. Like Taos Franks Heritage is a cultural event. Being of Spanish and Pueblo descent with a dash of Irish and Austrian makes his jewelry a true reflection of the southwest. Frank is old school, each and every one of his pieces is hand made from top to bottom and no two are ever the same. He taught both sons Robin and Joshua the art, as well as many others from the Taos Pueblo. His nephew Pablo who is now a jeweler in Colorado was also one of Frank’s students. Frank’s work is also housed in the Smithsonian Institute. Ortega’s on the Plaza in Santa Fe as well as Fire Gems and Jewel Mark have an outstanding reputation for showcasing unique and gifted artists. Frank Valdez is honored to be showcased one of them, at what are not only fine Jewelry stores, but also galleries that display some of the best creations in the world. Here is an example of his beautiful work. This all handcrafted sterling silver Dragonfly pendant with turquoise stones is 1 7/8 inches long not including the ring for the necklace, and 1 7/8 inches wide. Weight of pendant is 0.35 oz. or 10 grams. | ||
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