Description
Zuni artist Leagus Ahiyite hand made these fabulous turtle earrings. Made out of sterling silver and inlaid with Turquoise, Coral, Jet, and Mother of Pearl Shell. Weighs 10 gram. Signed
With ear wires are 1 5/8” in length.
3/4” wide x 1 1/4” tall
Artist card included
Zuni Pueblo is the largest pueblo in New Mexico, and because of its location, Zuni is the most traditional. Continuing to make jewelry, fetishes, and pottery, most of the people of Zuni are artists. Zuni jewelry makers are known for lapidary skills including inlay, needlepoint, and petit point work.
Additional information
| Weight | 1 lbs |
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