Description: This listing is for a vintage Navajo Squash Blossom Necklace, handcrafted from Sterling Silver and Turquoise. The price is well below market/retail value and firm. NOTE: Please view all 22 photos…last 4 photos show necklace on a 5 foot 8 inch tall, size 4 model/mannequin. This vintage showstopper piece was made to impress! It’s beautifully crafted at a higher level of craftsmanship and weighs in at a hefty 244 grams. The Turquoise has a breathtakingly beautiful shade of Caribbean Blue with distinct matrixes ranging from yellow to a golden tan, and even black and deep green. The stones are in good condition and rest securely in scalloped bezels while showing off a slick polished finish. Twisted rope surrounds each stone followed by a heavily stamped wide border adorned with starburst droplets….the silver work is superbly executed at a high level of craftsmanship on this squash! 6 stones make up the Naja while the 10 blossoms carry triple petals made of heavy gauge sterling silver. The pearls are handcrafted (not machine made) and in beautiful shape while strung on a braided foxtail chain having a hook and eye clasp at each end. A sterling stamp is present on the back of the Naja along with the Artist’s initials, NE. The silver has been tested and we guarantee the metal content to be .925 sterling. This eye catching statement piece will be a new favorite amongst any collection. It lays over the chest at a perfect length and the turquoise is simply stunning. Add this tangible asset to your collection today and wear it with pride!…You deserve it! ***MEASUREMENTS AND DETAILS***Weight - 244.5 Grams Length - The length measures 28” from end to end. Naja Measurements - The Naja measures 3-3/8” tall by 3-1/2” wide. Blossom Measurements - The 10 blossoms are more or less the same size measuring about 2” long or just under and 1” wide or just over. Stone Measurements - The largest stone is centered at the top of the Naja and measures 1” long by 3/4” wide. The smallest stones is just low the largest and measures 3/4” long by just over 1/2” wide. The remaining stones measure somewhere between those two. Pearl Measurements - The pearls measure approximately 7 to 7.5 millimeters wide at the seam. Stamped Sterling - YES, (tested and verified .925 sterling silver guaranteed)Signed by Artist - YES, stamped NE for a Navajo Artist, possibly Nelson Eustace??Cir. - Later-Mid Century, 1980’s +Condition - Preowned, in excellent vintage condition with all of its original stones and a naturally aged patina, ready to wear or display FREE SHIPPING WITH TRACKING & INSURANCE ***All jewelry items are packaged in sturdy corrugated boxes and shipped by myself. I treat every item as if it were my own. Extra bubble wrap and packing materials are used to ensure a safe arrival to its new owner. ***I ship everyday the post office is open so the sooner you pay, the sooner I ship. I have a 1 business day handling time, but 90% of the time your purchase will ship within 12-18 hours(the perks of living a mile from the post office) ***I accept returns so if you’re not happy with your purchase, send it back within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. No questions asked! Buyer pays return shipping. Please see all 22 photos!! Enlarge them and study them. Ask any questions you may have. I’m always here to help and I respond quickly and nicely with the eBay mobile app. THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING AUTHENTIC NATIVE AMERICAN JEWELRY!!!
Price: 1476 USD
Location: Burgaw, North Carolina
End Time: 2024-11-28T02:31:28.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Origin: Southwest United States
Provenance: Ownership History Not Available
Tribal Affiliation: Navajo
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Handmade: Yes
Modified Item: No
Culture: Native American: US