Catalog: Estate Jewelry: Silver (151)

A very charming, small collection of two pair of earrings and a belt buckle by Navajo Kenneth Begay created when he was working at the White Hogan Shop in Scottsdale, Arizona. The pieces came with the original tag from the White Hogan Shop and has a script inscription added on from the owner passing on the pieces to a loved one. The sterling and ironwood belt buckle measures 1 3/4" by 1 1/8" and weighs 25 grams...

A superb vintage sterling and blue gem turquoise suite consisting of a matching bracelet, ring and brooch by master Navajo silversmith Fred Peshlakai. The bracelet measures 5 3/4" around in the inside plus an additional 1 1/4" opening. It is 1 5/8"wide at center and tapers to 3/4" at the terminals. The amazing Blue Gem stone itself is 1 1/2" long and 1 5/8" wide. Precise elaborate stamping adorn the bracelet...

Magnificent, rare vintage sterling and coral circular shaped petit point ring by Zuni Edith Tsatbetsaye , circa 1970. Many silversmiths created petit point pieces, but this silversmith took the art to an extreme. This ring is set with semicircular high domed and arched stones, this cut being her trademark. The ring is a size 7 and measures 1 1/8" by 1 1/8". Weighing 12 grams, it is in fine original condition. There are no missing stones and no chips or cracks to any stone. Signed as shown...

A massive, amazing vintage bracelet in 970 silver with 6 cabachon amethysts by Antonio Pineda. The randomly placed stones are deeply set into the silver and appear to be almost floating. The cuff measures 5 1/4" around in the inside plus an additional 1 1/2" opening. It is 2 3/4" wide at all points and weighs 177 grams. This is a heavy bracelet but remarkably comfortable on. This piece is truly a show stopper and I believe to be quite rare...

Navajo silversmith Kenneth Begay (1913-1977) was an early innovator and leader in Navajo modern jewelry design. He is known for his clean, bold, modern designs while still influenced by his traditional background. This pair of sterling cuff bracelets are a perfect example. One of the bracelets measures 5 1/8" around in the inside with a 1 1/2" opening and the other measures 5" around in the inside with a 1 1/2" opening. They are both 1/4" wide and weigh 78 grams total...

Very rare and over the top spectacular bracelet by Antonio Pineda with 10 tiger eye and 10 pearls. The crescent shaped clasp is notable and unique. Measuring 7" around in the inside when closed, it is 1" wide and weighs 104 grams. Fine original condition with one pearl in the back missing a very slight portion of the top coating. It is not noticeable at all but the pearl could easily be replaced by your local jeweler. Intact original safety chain. Correctly hallmarked as shown...

An absolutely splendid vintage sterling, 14k and deep red coral cuff bracelet by Frank Patania Jr. It comes with its original box with the Frank Patania Thunderbird logo on it. Measuring 5 3/4" around in the inside plus an additional 1" opening, it is 1" wide and weighs 84 grams. It is in fine original condition and signed a shown. The Patania family now spans 4 generations of extraordinary jewelers. See the book LEGENDARY PATANIA JEWELRY by Kim and Pat Messier about this family and their work.

Gorgeous sterling cuff with fine line chisel work and center line of multi stone inlay 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 bracelet measures 5 1/4" around in the inside plus an additional 1 1/4" opening...

Rare and magnificent 970 silver and amethyst bracelet by Taxco master silversmith Antonio Pineda. It is comprised of concave hinged silver links with a center rounded rod of amethyst. Circa 1955-60, the bracelet measures 6 1/2" around in the inside, is 1" wide and weighs 122 grams.The slide in clasp is tight and secure as is the attached safety chain. Fine original condition with no chips or cracks to the stones. Signed as shown...

Rare and magnificent 970 silver and obsidian rods bracelet by Taxco master silversmith Antonio Pineda. It is comprised of concave hinged silver links with a center rounded rod of obsidian. In certain light, the rods appear to be black, but upon closer look, in direct light, one can see the green/ brown sheen of the stone identifying it as obsidian. Circa 1955-60, the bracelet measures 6 1/2" around in the inside, is 1" wide and weighs 121 grams.The slide in clasp and safety chain are tight and s...

A beautiful vintage contoured sterling bracelet with a chiseled and textured design by Navajo Harvey Begay who is the son of noted silversmith Kenneth Begay. When a teenager, he worked alongside his father as a benchsmith at the White Hogan Shop in Scottsdale, AZ. This cuff measures 5 1/8" around in the inside plus an additional 1 1/4" opening, so for a small wrist. It stands 1/2" high when on the wrist. Weighing 40 grams, it is in fine original condition and signed as shown. Impeccable in des...

Very rare double row half oval link bracelet by Hector Aguilar in 940 silver. My listing #1276556 is a single row necklace of this link and together make an amazing set. This bracelet measures 7 1/2" end to end, is 1 1/2" wide and weighs 96 grams. It is in fine original condition and signed as shown. An exquisite, collector quality HA bracelet.

It is always exciting to find an Antonio Pineda shadow box archers cuff, particularly an early piece with the "ZZ" hallmark. It measures 2 3/8" wide and 5 1/4" around in the inside with a 1 1/8" opening.It weighs 133 grams. All original, fine condition, no damage or repairs. Hallmarked as shown. One of his classic designs.

A gorgeous vintage sterling cuff bracelet with 5 oval high grade natural turquoise saw tooth bezel set stones by Frank Patania Sr. Measuring 5 3/4" around in the inside plus an additional 1 1/4" opening, it weighs 52 grams and is in fine original condition with no chips or cracks to the vibrant stones. Signed with Patania Sr. oval impressed hallmark as shown. A truly beautiful cuff.

Beautiful sterling cuff with lapis,coral,onyx and sugalite inlay by Navajo silversmith Gibson Nez. This is a spectacular example of the work for which he is best known. 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 cuff measures 5" around in the inside with a 1 1/4" opening...

An exquisite sterling cuff with a row of chiseling adorning the top and bottom of the cuff and curved terminals by Frank Patania Sr. The bracelet has his specific hallmark and also an inscription dated July '56. Measuring 6" end to end plus an additional 1" opening, it is 2" wide and weighs 99 grams. There is some light reflection in some of the photos that I could not avoid but the cuff is in perfect original condition. Signed as shown in the photos. Precise and elegant, this bracelet should de...

Gorgeous sterling cuff with fine line chisel work and applied repousse elements 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 bracelet measures 5 1/2" around in the inside plus an additional 1 1/2" opening. It is 1 1/2"" wide and weighs 123 ...

Magnificent handmade sterling cuff with precise fine line chiseling by Navajo Sam Roanhorse (1916-1988). He was the brother of Ambrose Roanhorse, who he studied with, and also worked for the White Hogan Shop from 1951-52. His work is rare to find and highly collectible. This cuff measures 5 1/2" around in the inside plus an additional 1 1/4" opening. Weighing 89 grams, it is in fine original condition and signed as shown. An exquisite piece of exceptional quality and craftsmanship.