Catalog: Estate Jewelry: Silver: Native American (6)

A very heavy sterling cuff bracelet by Frank Patania Sr. with a rope twist center. Signed with Sterling, the conjoined FP and the Hallmark for the Thunderbird shop in 2 places. Measures about 5 3/4" around with an opening of 1 1/2" and 1 1/4" wide. Weighs about 4.5 oz or 128 grams. Has a little tarnish. Warm patina. Great example of his work.

A striking silver and turquoise Concha Belt. Made up of 10 conchas, each 2" across with various turquoise cabochons. Belt measures 36" long. Could be adjusted by hooking the closure more towards the center. Unmarked and untested, but appears to be high quality silver. Very nice condition and quite heavy. Unusual design.

A well made, modernist sterling silver ring with inlaid coral and onyx. Etched inside with what looks like some initials and Trujillo. Measures about a 10 1/2. Front measures 1" by 5/8". Has some minor scuffs and some tarnish. Clean lines, well constructed. Probably Native American, but unsure of the artisan.

A vintage sterling silver, turquoise and ironwood brooch made by Nicholas Gambino for White Hogan of Scottsdale, AZ. Measures 1 7/8" across and 1 7/8" tall. Signed NG, the mark for White Hogan and Sterling on the back. Rollover clasp holds tightly. In very nice condition. Outstanding design.

A vintage pair of salt & pepper shakers in an exotic wood with sterling silver inlay by White Hogan of Scottsdale, AZ.

Measure 1 7/8" square and 2" high. Have the mark for White Hogan and Sterling on the inside of the domes. They have felt bottoms so they will not scratch the surface they rest on. In very nice condition with minor scratches and a little tarnish.

Outstanding sleek, modernist design.

A vintage Native American cuff bracelet signed ML with two oval bezel set turquoise cabochons. Two layers of silver, probably sterling.

Measures about 5 1/4" around with a 1" opening. Measures 1 1/4" wide at one end and 3/4" wide at the other end. Signed with the artisan's initials, 'ML'. Weighs 85 grams.

Better for a smaller wrist. Fine condition, deep blue color, may be Bisbee turquoise, but not sure.

High quality craftsmanship.