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Zuni Sunface Inlay Ring

Currency:USD Category:Jewelry / Artisan Jewelry Start Price:64.50 USD Estimated At:90.00 - 140.00 USD
Zuni Sunface Inlay Ring
Welcome to 2Sisters Trading Post 281-280-8727
Thomas (Tommy) Singer (born 1940 - May 31, 2014)
He is one of the most regarded silversmiths in Navajo history having created the ‘CHIP INLAY’ an intricate use of turquoise and coral chips integrated in to the silver work. This method made Mr. Singer famous world around in the 60’s. He is known for his overlay work, storyteller pieces, rug patterns and traditional motifs.
Size 7.75 sterling silver ring with a raised Zuni sunface inlaid with turquoise, coral, both white & yellow Mother of Pearl, jet and/or onyx. The depth of the ring with the inlay sunface is 8 mm high. The ring weighs 21 grams & measures 18.5 mm across. Ring is not signed or, mark sterling, has been tested and verified that it is sterling.