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Native American Inlaid Sterling Bird Pin Lot
Estimate:
$200 - $300
Starting bid:
$100
Sold
$100
Live Auction
January 2022 Fine Art & Estate Auction
Category
Description
Description: Item/Description: Trio of Native American Zuni figural bird brooch pendants. Two thunderbirds and one roadrunner. Fashioned from Sterling Silver and inlaid with semi-precious stones including onyx, coral, turquoise, mother of pearl and oyster. Dramatic poses evocative of movement. Beautiful craftsmanship. Each has a roll-over clasp and hanging loop. Largest pin hallmarked with etched signature, Zuni; others unsigned. All tested as Sterling Silver.
Material: Sterling Silver, Onyx, Coral, Turquoise, Mother of Pearl, Oyster
Dimensions range: Length: 1 1/2"- 2 1/4"; Width:1 1/2"- 2 1/2"; approximately 36 gms (total weight)
Condition: Very Good. Surface wear includes scratches some pitting/ natural inclusions to stones, dark patina to silver. Clasps and hanging loops in good working order.
Age: 1970s-1980s
Provenance: Private Estate
Shipping: $15 Standard (within Continental US) provided In-House. Shipping method is determined by item size, type, fragility and specific characteristics. Shipping and handling costs are calculated based on average carrier rates, delivery distance and packing complexity. International Bidders: Please email admin@taurusauctions.com for a shipping quote to your country. Condition Reports: Please see all photos and read entire description before requesting condition reports. Please contact us before bidding if you require additional photos or have any questions regarding condition. Email admin@taurusauctions.com for all condition reports. See all Terms and Conditions prior to bidding.
Buyers premium: 18%
Material: Sterling Silver, Onyx, Coral, Turquoise, Mother of Pearl, Oyster
Dimensions range: Length: 1 1/2"- 2 1/4"; Width:1 1/2"- 2 1/2"; approximately 36 gms (total weight)
Condition: Very Good. Surface wear includes scratches some pitting/ natural inclusions to stones, dark patina to silver. Clasps and hanging loops in good working order.
Age: 1970s-1980s
Provenance: Private Estate
Shipping: $15 Standard (within Continental US) provided In-House. Shipping method is determined by item size, type, fragility and specific characteristics. Shipping and handling costs are calculated based on average carrier rates, delivery distance and packing complexity. International Bidders: Please email admin@taurusauctions.com for a shipping quote to your country. Condition Reports: Please see all photos and read entire description before requesting condition reports. Please contact us before bidding if you require additional photos or have any questions regarding condition. Email admin@taurusauctions.com for all condition reports. See all Terms and Conditions prior to bidding.
Buyers premium: 18%