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Appreciate the intricate stonework in this sterling silver Southwest jewelry lot! This collection of jewelry consists of four rings, three expandable watch tips, and a pair of 18mm by 13mm clip-on earrings. Each piece features vibrant turquoise stones displayed in needlepoint, round-cabochon, flush inlay, or pear-cabochon arrangements. A size 5.75 watch-tip bracelet featuring a raindrop-like arrangement of pear turquoise stones is signed “VMB” by renowned Navajo artist Victor Moses Begay. Two pieces in this lot are signed by unknown artists—the size 6.75 watch-tip bracelet is signed “Zuni N. M.” and the clip-on earrings are signed “NAP Zuni." Two size 5 rings featuring diagonal needlepoint turquoise and a size 4.75 ring featuring round turquoise are signed by Bell Trading Post with one of their signature shopmarks. A size 6.75 ring with vertical needlepoint lapidary work is signed “P” by Laguna and Zuni family art collective Paquin Arts & Crafts. A size 5.75 watch tip bracelet featuring floral stonework is signed “RB” by Zuni artists Roosevelt & Bernice Tekala. Bid now!

Item Details:
  • Metal: Sterling Silver
  • Metal Purity: 925
  • Measurement: 18mm by 13mm earrings
  • Weight: 86.1g
  • Finger Size: 4.75 to 6.75
  • Wrist Size: 5.75 to 6.75
  • Main Stone: Type: Turquoise
  • Main Stone: Quantity: 149
  • Main Stone: Shape: Cabochon
  • Main Stone: Color: Blue
  • Main Stone: Measurements: 1.5mm by 1.5mm to 7mm by 3mm
  • Accent Stone 1: Type: Pyrite
  • Accent Stone 1: Shape: Round
  • Accent Stone 1: Color: Black
  • Condition Description: This lot of Southwest jewelry is in good pre-owned condition. Functional parts are in working condition. Stones and bezels appear intact. One of the diagonal needlepoint stones in a size 5 Bell Trading Post ring is damaged. As pre-owned items, this lot may require maintenance from a qualified jewelry professional for continued use. See photos!

All weights are approximate. All diamonds and gemstones have been graded while set. The diamonds have been graded according to GIA grading standards. Gemstones have been treated for centuries to improve appearance and durability. We assume that the gemstones in our jewelry have received standard traditional treatments (unless otherwise noted) such as heat to improve color and/or clarity, emeralds have been oiled, pearls may have been bleached.

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Condition Guide:
  • Pristine - Items in "like new" condition.  Shows no signs of wear.  Worn very little, if at all.
  • Very Fine -  Items that have minimal wear.  Worn only a few times.  In "almost new" condition.
  • Fine - Items show signs of wear.  Light surface scratches and possibly a few small dents.  Average condition considering the age of the item.
  • Good -  Items that have been worn regularly and have noticeable wear.  Scratches and dents are more visible.
  • Fair - Items show signs of major wear or damage.  Usually, these items will need some repair or cleaning.

Please review the photos to determine the condition of this item.


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