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Southwestern Jewelry Auction
Southwestern Jewelry Auction
Auction Currency
USD
Auction Location
61 Kennedy Drive
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Spring Valley
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New York
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10977
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United States
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Preview by appointment. Contact us at 201-623-3323.
Auction Details
We are pleased to present one hundred lots of Native American and Southwestern sterling silver jewelry from private estates and collections throughout the tri-state area.
Highlights include pieces by 20th century Navajo, Zuni and Hopi artisans Veronica Benally, Wes Craig and Abraham Begay (Navajo); Sonny Wallace and Effie Calavaza (Zuni); and Fernando Puhuhefvaya, Lorraine Bowannie Shewe and Vern Mansfield (Hopi), alongside Taxco, Mexico silversmiths Jeronimo Fuentes, Lawrence Baca and Juventino Perez Marquez.
Many pieces are set with natural turquoise, lapis lazuli, spiny coral and onyx, featuring Native American and Southwestern motifs throughout. The auction offers a wide range of styles, including rings, cuffs, bolos, parures and brooches.
Bids can be placed by visiting our website or iCollectors. If you would like to place a phone bid, please contact our gallery at 201-623-3323. We encourage all potential bidders to contact us with any questions. Thank you for choosing Taurus Auctions.
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Angelena Laahtty Zuni Sterling Multi Inlay Ring 12
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Item/Description: Outstanding signed multi-stone inlay Native American spiderweb ring by acclaimed Zuni silversmith, Angelena Laahtty. Skillfully hand
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to floor for 130.00
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Signed Effie C. Sterling Turquoise Snake Ring
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Item/Description: Iconic signed statement snake ring by renowned Native American silversmith, Effie Calavaza (1927-2019), perhaps one of the most reco
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Estimate : 400.00 - 500.00
Sold to floor for 200.00
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Signed Taxco Mano Sterling Figural Cat Brooch
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Item/Description: Sleek Mid Century Modern abstract figural cat pin by Taxco Mexico silversmith, Mano Sleek ( TF-33). Geometric cat crafted from Sterl
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Start Price : 50.00 | Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
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Signed RVN Zuni Sterling Inlaid Lapis Cuff
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Item/Description: Signed Native American Ricky & Velda Nastacio Sterling Silver and inlaid lapis lazuli inlay cuff bracelet. Zuni Pueblo artisan...
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Start Price : 100.00 | Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
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Signed Taxco 970 Silver Obsidian Comma Necklace
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Item/Description: Fantastic signed MDTA Mexican statement collar necklace attributed to the workshop of renowned silversmith, Antonio Pineda. In the s
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Start Price : 500.00 | Estimate : 1,000.00 - 1,500.00
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Native American Sterling Inlay Clip Earring Lot
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Item/Description: Trio of Native American clip earrings. Each crafted in Sterling Silver and inlaid with natural stones including turquoise, onyx, lap
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Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for 50.00
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TC-152 Mex 925 Sterling Silver Lapis Necklace
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Item/Description: Statement Taxco Mexico over the head signed studio artisan necklace. Fabulous in design and weight, crafted from Sterling Silver. Th
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Start Price : 300.00 | Estimate : 600.00 - 900.00
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Sterling Abstract Figural Bird Brooch Mexico TF-43
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Item/Description: Signed, Modernist Taxco Mexico figural bird pin hand-crafted from one piece of Sterling Silver. Studio artisan brooch. Abstract desi
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Estimate : 100.00 - 144.00
Sold to floor for 25.00
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Signed EAC Sterling & Inlaid Abalone Cuff Bracelet
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Item/Description: Exquisite studio artisan Mexican hinged clamper cuff bracelet. Curled and tapered Sterling Silver body inlaid with glossy panels of
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Start Price : 150.00 | Estimate : 300.00 - 600.00
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Sterling Inlaid Abalone Jewelry Lot - Mexico
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Item/Description: Three piece Mexican Sterling Silver and inlaid abalone shell lot includes a large circular brooch pendant and screw back figural lea
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Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to floor for 110.00
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Leola Nastacio Zuni Sterling Turquoise Pin Pendant
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Item/Description: Signed Native American inlaid turquoise Sterling Silver brooch pendant by renowned Zuni silversmith, Leola Nastacio. Elongated penda
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Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to floor for 100.00
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Veronica Benally Navajo Sterling Inlaid Ring - 9
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Item/Description: Modernist and colorful Native American studio artisan ring by renowned Navajo silversmith, Veronica Benally. Hand-crafted in Sterlin
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Estimate : 150.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for 140.00
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Rob Livingston Navajo Sterling Bolo Tie
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Item/Description: Signed R L Southwestern bolo tie lariat by Navajo silversmith, Rob Livingston. Hand-crafted Sterling Silver trapezoid shaped slide w
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Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to floor for 110.00
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After Roie Jaque Navajo Sterling Inlay Ring 12 1/4
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Item/Description: Navajo Roie Jaque style Native American ring. Hand-crafted in Sterling Silver. Domed mounting, tapered band. Inlaid with Kingman Tur
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Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to floor for 50.00
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Signed Aztec Sun God Calendar Sterling Brooch
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Item/Description: Signed Mexican artisan EME Aztec Mayan calendar brooch pendant. Entire surface intricately carved. Iconic motif. Roll-over safety cl
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Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for 50.00
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Sterling Silver & Mother of Pearl Jewelry Lot
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Item/Description: Three piece Sterling Silver inlaid Mother-of-Pearl lot from the same estate consisting of a ring and a pair of clip earrings. Exquis
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Start Price : 100.00 | Estimate : 150.00 - 200.00
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Norbert Becenti Navajo Sterling Abalone Ring 7 1/4
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Item/Description: Gorgeous signed Nb studio artisan ring by Navajo silversmith, Norbert Becenti. Handwrought in Sterling Silver. Oval shaped stepped d
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Start Price : 100.00 | Estimate : 150.00 - 250.00
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V.S. Johnson Sterling Petit Point Turquoise Set
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Item/Description: Signed Sterling Silver and petit point demi-parure by renowned Zuni silversmith, Vincent Johnson. The set consists of a choker neckl
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Estimate : 400.00 - 600.00
Sold to floor for 210.00
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Signed GP Hopi Spirit Bear Sterling Belt Buckle
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Item/Description: Signed studio artisan Native American belt buckle by Hopi silversmith, George Phillips. Rounded rectangle, slightly domed. Depicts d
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Estimate : 300.00 - 400.00
Sold to floor for 170.00
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AJ Taxco Mexico Eagle #3 Sterling Aztec Bracelet
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Item/Description: Sleek signed studio artisan AJ Taxco Mexico geometric link bracelet. Hand-crafted from Sterling Silver. Comprised of cut-out geometr
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Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to floor for 100.00
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Myron Panteah Zuni Silver Concho Leather Belt
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Item/Description: Iconic Native American concho belt by master Zuni /Navajo silversmith, Myron Panteah. Fifteen hand-carved oval concho disks threaded
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Estimate : 300.00 - 400.00
Sold to floor for 350.00
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Signed Mexico Sterling Abstract Brooch Pendant
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Item/Description: Unique signed Mexican free-form studio artisan brooch pendant. Hand-crafted in Sterling Silver. Puffed figural heart or stylized fig
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Start Price : 50.00 | Estimate : 100.00 - 150.00
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Abraham Begay Navajo Sterling Lapis Drop Earrings
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Item/Description: Outstanding pair of pierced drop earrings by Navajo artist, Abraham Begay. Hand-crafted in Sterling Silver in geometric shapes. Elo
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Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to floor for 110.00
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Yelmo Natachu Zuni Sterling Multistone Inlay Ring
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Item/Description: Outstanding Native American Sterling Silver and multi-stone inlay ring attributed to renowned Zuni silversmith, Yelmo Natachu. Hand-
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to floor for 150.00
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Signed TM-153 Taxco Mexico Sterling Onyx Choker
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Item/Description: Signed TM-153 Taxco Mexico bib necklace. Hand-crafted entirely in Sterling Silver. Geometric. Modernist. The central portion of this
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Estimate : 400.00 - 600.00
Sold to floor for 210.00
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Alvin Taylor Sterling Hopi Palolokong Ring 13 1/4
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Item/Description: Signed Native American Hopi signet ring by Alvin Taylor. Hand-crafted in Sterling Silver. Anodized design. Sleek, contoured rectangu
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Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for 60.00
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Sterling Taxco Mexico Brooch Two Piece Pendant Lot
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Item/Description: Southwestern Taxco Mexico pin pendant lot. Two studio artisan round necklace pendant pins crafted in Sterling Silver. Deeply hand-ca
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Start Price : 100.00 | Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
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Signed FAR FAN Mexico Sterling Amethyst Bracelet
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Item/Description: Exquisite Mid-Century Mexican studio artisan ten panel statement bracelet by the renowned Mexican metalworking studio, FAR FAN (also
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Estimate : 400.00 - 600.00
Sold to floor for 100.00
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Signed Taxco Sterling Inlaid Abalone Bangle TC-32
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Item/Description: Signed Taxco Mexico studio artisan TC-32 bangle. Sleek Modernist. Hand-crafted in Sterling Silver as a rigid bracelet. Geometric byp
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Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for 50.00
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Signed Lapis & Red Jasper Sterling Pendant Lot
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Item/Description: Duo of signed studio artisan necklace pendants representing Navajo and Mexican artistry. Each hand-wrought in Sterling Silver in a t
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to floor for 100.00
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Taxco Mexico Sterling Onyx Thumbprint Choker
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Item/Description: Modernist Taxco Thumbprint Necklace. Studio artisan bib collar crafted in Sterling Silver. Articulated thumbprint design and reverse
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Estimate : 400.00 - 600.00
Sold to floor for 280.00
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Signed H. M. Coonsis Zuni Sterling Lapis Cuff
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Item/Description: Sleek Native American signed cuff bracelet by celebrated Zuni Pueblo artisan silversmiths, and huband and wife duo, Harlan and Monic
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Start Price : 100.00 | Estimate : 150.00 - 204.00
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Gilbert & Mildred Calavaza Sterling Turquoise Ring
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Item/Description: Signed Native American studio artisan ring by famed Zuni silversmiths, Gilbert & Mildred Calavaza. Hand-crafted in Sterling Si...
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to floor for 100.00
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Navajo Emma Lincoln Bonney Sterling Turquoise Ring
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Item/Description: Signed ELB studio artisan Native American Sterling Silver inlay ring. Hand-crafted by famed Navajo silversmith, Emma Lincoln Bonney.
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to floor for 100.00
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Wes Craig Navajo Sterling Amber Cabochon Cuff
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Item/Description: Fabulous signed statement cuff by renowned Navajo artist and silversmith, Wesley (Wes) Craig. Hand-crafted in Sterling Silver, this
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Estimate : 400.00 - 600.00
Sold to floor for 200.00
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Veranda & Ben Kallestewa Sterling Turquoise Set
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Item/Description: Signed Native American Sterling inlaid turquoise demi-parure by husband and wife Zuni artisans couple, Ben and Veranda Kallestewa. H
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to floor for 110.00
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Gene Pooyouma Hopi Sterling Overlay Rings
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Item/Description: Duo of signed Native American band rings by Hopi silversmith, Gene Pooyouma. Hand-crafted in Sterling Silver. These rings showcase t
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to floor for 100.00
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Charlotte Dishta Zuni Inlaid Stone Sterling Ring
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Item/Description: Signed Native American ring by Zuni silversmith, Charlotte Dishta. Hand-crafted in Sterling Silver, signet ring style. Oval crown, t
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to floor for 160.00
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Inlaid Abalone & Enamel Sterling Earrings- Mexico
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Item/Description: Signed TB-46, Taxco artisan clip earrings. Hand-crafted in Sterling Silver and shaped as stylized half circles or wings. Seamlessly
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Start Price : 75.00 | Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
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Mexico Sterling Horseman Cufflink Tie Bar Set
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Item/Description: Signed Mexican three piece set included a pair of cufflinks and matching tie bar/clip. Crafted in Sterling Silver as rounded squares
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Start Price : 75.00 | Estimate : 150.00 - 200.00
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CC VN Navajo Sterling Multistone Bracelet Lot
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Item/Description: A trio of signed Navajo multistone line bracelets by Navajo silversmiths, Chris Charley and Violet Nez. Hand-crafted in Sterling Sil
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Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to floor for 110.00
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Native American Fetish, Coral, MOP Necklace Lot
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Item/Description: This three piece Native American lot gleaned from the same estate features three silver bead chokers including a traditional fetish
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Start Price : 50.00 | Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
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MCM Taxco Mexico Sterling Brutalist Choker Collar
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Item/Description: Sleek, signed studio artisan Taxco collar necklace. Mid-Century Brutalist. Industrial design hand-crafted in Sterling Silver. Articu
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to floor for 150.00
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Jondell Mexico Sterling MCM Pierced Drop Earrings
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Item/Description: Sleek signed Modernist cone shaped pierced earrings by Jondell Enterprises of Mexico. Exquisitely crafted in Sterling. Streamlined.
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Start Price : 50.00 | Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
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Sterling Inlaid Onyx & Lapis Men's Rings-Mexico
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Item/Description: Two Mid-Century Modern Taxco Mexico studio artisan rings. Gleaned from the same estate. Crafted in Sterling Silver and inlaid with n
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Start Price : 109.00 | Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
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Veronica Martza Zuni Sterling Turquoise Choker
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Item/Description: Exquisite signed cluster pendant necklace by celebrated Zuni silversmith and artisan, Veronica Martza (nickname, Vera). Hand-made in
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Start Price : 150.00 | Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
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Zuni Sterling Multi-Stone Inlay Jewelry Lot
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Item/Description: Two piece Zuni multi-stone inlay lot consists of a five panel link bracelet and ring. Hand-crafted in Sterling Silver, each showcase
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Start Price : 100.00 | Estimate : 150.00 - 300.00
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JPM Mexico Sterling Turquoise Brooch Pendant Pair
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Item/Description: Signed pair of Sterling Silver and inlaid turquoise stone brooch pendants by renowned Taxco Mexico artisan, Juventino Perez Marquez.
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Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to floor for 100.00
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Lawrence Baca Southwestern Sterling Onyx Leaf Ring
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Item/Description: Signed B Lawrence Baca Southwestern Native American motif leaf work ring by renowned silversmith and jewelry designer, Lawrence from
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Start Price : 100.00 | Estimate : 150.00 - 250.00
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Pete Sierra Navajo Sterling Cobblestone Ring 9 1/2
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Item/Description: Fabulous signed domed cobblestone turquoise inlay band ring by renowned Navajo craftsman, Pete Sierra. Channel set in a cobblestone,
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to floor for 170.00
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