Catalog: Estate Jewelry: Silver: Native American (9)

A modernist sterling silver cross with three turquoise cabochons on a matching intricate chain by the Scottsdale, Arizona jeweler Ray Graves. Signed Gra Wun, Handmade and Sterling on the back. Cross pendant measures 5" long with the bale and 3 3/4" across. Chain measures 24" long. Has a hook closure which holds securely. His sterling jewelry is hard to find. Very detailed with a warm patina. Well made and fine condition.

A vintage sterling silver and ironwood bolo made by Nicholas Gambino for White Hogan of Scottsdale, AZ. Medallion measures 1 7/8" long and 1 1/8" wide. Original leather braided strap measures 45" long. Strap is flattened at the neck for comfort. Marked with the initials CCM on the front. Signed NG, the mark for White Hogan and Sterling on the back. Lock holds tightly. In very nice condition, small ding to one of the balls at the end of the strap. Great 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 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 very heavy sterling silver, turquoise and wood cuff signed Durkee, probably Navajo silversmith Paul Durkee. We have not been able to find out much information about him, just found a few items made and signed in a similar fashion. This well crafted cuff bracelet measures 5 1/4" around with an opening of 1 1/4". Measures 1 3/8" at the widest. Very unique style of turquoise work. Signed on the inside, DURKEE. In fine condition.

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 sterling silver modernist ribbed ring by the noted Scottsdale, Arizona workshop, White Hogan. Designed by Kenneth Begay and marked with the White Hogan mark and Sterling. Measures between 6 1/2 and 7. Front measures 7/8" high. In fine condition. There is some minor roughness on the inside. Classic example.

A wonderfully made pair of sterling silver clip earrings by Frank Patania, Sr. Measure 3/4" across. Signed with the conjoined FP, Sterling and the Thunderbird hallmark of Frank Patania's Thunderbird Shop. Clips may have been replaced by a previous owner, they hold tightly. In nice condition, have a little tarnish and minor surface scratches. Classic design from an important silversmith.

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.