Desert West Auction May 16th & 17th, 2015

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Large Estate Collection of Mata Ortiz Museum Quality Pottery. Native American Jewelry, Pottery, Kachinas, Rugs, Folk Art & Baskets. Estate Collectibles & Antiques.
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Lakota Sioux Pin by Michael Little Elk (d.2013/14)1958A - Lakota Sioux Pin by Michael Little Elk (d.2013/14)
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Native American Lakota Sioux Sterling Multi-Stone Peace Pipe Pin, signed ML Elk, measures 4''L x 2'', 20.07g, Artist Bio: ''...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to floor for (75.00) = 75.00
 
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Navajo Sterling Inlay Earrings by F. & L. Yazzie1958B - Navajo Sterling Inlay Earrings by F. & L. Yazzie
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Stunning Native American Navajo Sterling Inlay Earrings by Franck & Louise Yazzie, hallmarked FY and stamped Navajo and Sterling, inlay includes...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for (110.00) = 110.00
 
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Zuni Sterling Channel Inlay Bracelet, Ted Tsadiase1959 - Zuni Sterling Channel Inlay Bracelet, Ted Tsadiase
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Native American Zuni Sterling Channel Inlay Bracelet by Ted Tsadiase, inside measures 6.75'' which includes opening x .5''W, inlay i...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for (55.00) = 55.00
 
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Sterling Silver Cross Earrings1960 - Sterling Silver Cross Earrings
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Sterling Silver Cross Earrings, measure 1'' x 1.5'', stamped .925, stamped details, 7.94g in total wt.
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Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for (35.00) = 35.00
 
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White Branch Coral Necklace & Bracelet, 14Kt Clasp1961 - White Branch Coral Necklace & Bracelet, 14Kt Clasp
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Gump's White Branch Coral Necklace & Bracelet, 14Kt Clasp, necklace measures 28'' end to end, clasp is stamped Gump's H.K. 14Kt
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for (60.00) = 60.00
 
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Sterling Silver Turquoise Cross Earrings1962 - Sterling Silver Turquoise Cross Earrings
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Sterling Silver Turquoise Cross Earrings, measure 1'' x 1'', 9.92g in total wt.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for (30.00) = 30.00
 
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African Carved Alabaster Lidded Box1963 - African Carved Alabaster Lidded Box
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African Carved Alabaster Lidded Box, measures 4''L x 3''W x 1.5''H, paper label on bottom reads ''Swahili Imports, I...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for (35.00) = 35.00
 
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Signed & Numbered Print by Jacque Evans1964 - Signed & Numbered Print by Jacque Evans
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Signed & Numbered Print by Jacque Evans. Numbered 19/650 This depicts 3 Native American drummers. It measures approx. 30''H x 22'...
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Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for (35.00) = 35.00
 
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Original Navajo Painting by J. Secatero 1945-20101965 - Original Navajo Painting by J. Secatero 1945-2010
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1967 Original Native American Navajo Painting by J. Secatero 1945-2010, signed and dated in lower left corner, measures 32''L x 20''...
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Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
Sold to janehollis for (75.00 + 15.00BP) = 90.00
 
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Signed Numbered Limited Edition Photographic Print1966 - Signed Numbered Limited Edition Photographic Print
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Signed & Numbered Limited Edition Photographic Print by Bob Lansing. Titled ''Navajo Pottery'' it is # 106 of 1000. This print m...
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Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for (20.00) = 20.00
 
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Howard Terpning Framed and Matted Print1967 - Howard Terpning Framed and Matted Print
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Howard Terpning Framed and Matted Print ''The Long Shot'', measures 16'' x 15'', Artist Bio: Howard Terpning (born N...
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Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to floor for (85.00) = 85.00
 
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1940-1950 Acoma Bowl1968 - 1940-1950 Acoma Bowl
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1940-1950 Native American Acoma Bowl, measures 8''D x 3''H, signed on bottom by artist, fluted rim, chip on rim
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for (80.00) = 80.00
 
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Maricopa Human Effigy by Dorothea Sunn-Avery1969 - Maricopa Human Effigy by Dorothea Sunn-Avery
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Native American Maricopa Red-on-Buff Pottery Human Effigy (Hohokam Style) by Dorothea Sunn-Avery, measures 7''H x 4''W, missing nose...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 100.00
Sold to floor for (70.00) = 70.00
 
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Vintage Jicarilla Apache Tri-Colored Basket1970 - Vintage Jicarilla Apache Tri-Colored Basket
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Vintage Native American Jicarilla Apache Tri-Colored Basket, measures 12''D x 4''H
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for (65.00) = 65.00
 
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Santa Clara Polychrome Miniature Jar by M. Vigil1971 - Santa Clara Polychrome Miniature Jar by M. Vigil
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Native American Santa Clara Polychrome Miniature Geometric Jar by Minnie Vigil, measures 2''H x 3''D, signed on bottom by artist
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for (35.00) = 35.00
 
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Native American Mono Paiute Doll's Cradleboard1972 - Native American Mono Paiute Doll's Cradleboard
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Native American Mono Paiute Doll's Cradleboard, woven basketry, embellished with beads, measures 12.5''L x 7''W x 6''Deep
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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3 Matted Religous Prints by Delgado1973 - 3 Matted Religous Prints by Delgado
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3 Matted Religous Prints by Delgado. #1 Madona and Child, #2 St. George & the Dragon, & #3 Our Lady of Guadalupe. These prints measure appro...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for (20.00) = 20.00
 
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1920's Native American San Juan Pottery Pitcher1973A - 1920's Native American San Juan Pottery Pitcher
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1920's Native American San Juan Pottery Pitcher, measures 4.5''H x 3.5''D, chip under spout
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for (20.00) = 20.00
 
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Honey Onyx Bighorn Ram Fetish1974 - Honey Onyx Bighorn Ram Fetish
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Honey Onyx Bighorn Ram Fetish, stunning color, measures 2''L x 1.5''H x 1.5''W
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for (80.00) = 80.00
 
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Small Ethnic Laquered Lidded Trinket Box1975 - Small Ethnic Laquered Lidded Trinket Box
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Small Ethnic Laquered Lidded Trinket Box, red velvet lined, hinged lid, velvet lined base, measures 3''D x 1.5''H
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for (15.00) = 15.00
 
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Native American Laguna Polychrome Pottery Jar1976 - Native American Laguna Polychrome Pottery Jar
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Native American Laguna Polychrome Pottery Jar, measures 2''H x 3.5''D
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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Lane Cedar Jewelry Chest and Costume Jewelry1976A - Lane Cedar Jewelry Chest and Costume Jewelry
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Vintage Lane Cedar Jewelry Chest and Costume Jewelry, measures 9'' x 4'' x 4.5''
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for (25.00) = 25.00
 
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14kt Italian Gold Earrings1977 - 14kt Italian Gold Earrings
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14kt Italian Gold Earrings, measure 1.5''D, up for auction are these highly desirable 14kt gold earrings, they are hallmarked Italy 14kt, th...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 350.00 - 450.00
Sold to floor for (225.00) = 225.00
 
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14Kt Yellow Gold Earrings in Natural Shell Box1978 - 14Kt Yellow Gold Earrings in Natural Shell Box
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14Kt Yellow Gold Earrings in Natural Shell Box, beautiful pair of 14Kt yellow gold hoop earrings, same design on both sides, measure 1'', ea...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to floor for (120.00) = 120.00
 
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Estate 14kt Gold, Ruby, and Sapphire Cross Pendant1979 - Estate 14kt Gold, Ruby, and Sapphire Cross Pendant
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Estate 14kt Gold, Ruby, and Sapphire Cross Pendant, stamped Italy 14kt, set with ruby and sapphires, measures 1.25''L, 1.82g in total wt.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to floor for (100.00) = 100.00
 
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Lakota Sious 14kt Gold & Silver Earrings, M.L. Elk1980 - Lakota Sious 14kt Gold & Silver Earrings, M.L. Elk
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Native American Lakota Sioux 14kt Gold on Sterling Earrings by Michael Little Elk (d. 2013), hallmarked ML Elk and stamped 14kt, measure 2.25'&#...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for (95.00) = 95.00
 
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14Kt Gold Cameo Pin1981 - 14Kt Gold Cameo Pin
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14Kt Gold Cameo Pin, beautiful shell cameo set in 14Kt gold, measures 1''L x .75''W, weighs 2g in total wt.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for (90.00) = 90.00
 
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Native American Navajo Silver Red Mountain Turquoise Bracelet by Bennie Ration1981A - Native American Navajo Silver Red Mountain Turquoise Bracelet by Bennie Ration
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Fabulous Native American Navajo Silver Red Mountain Turquoise Bracelet by Bennie Ration, signed and hallmarked by artist and stamped sterling, inside
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 450.00 - 750.00
Sold to SevernSound for (425.00 + 85.00BP) = 510.00
 
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14kt Yellow Gold Hoop Earrings1982 - 14kt Yellow Gold Hoop Earrings
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14kt Yellow Gold Hoop Earrings, beautiful pair of earrings, great size measuring 1'' x 1.25'', 11.91g in total wt.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for (200.00) = 200.00
 
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Native American Navajo Kingman Turquoise Sterling Silver Turquoise Ring1982A - Native American Navajo Kingman Turquoise Sterling Silver Turquoise Ring
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Native American Navajo Kingman Turquoise Sterling Silver Turquoise Ring, Size 10.5, measures .75"L, 7.29g in total wt.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 40.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for (30.00) = 30.00
 
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Vintage Ethnic Hill Tribe Hand Hammered Silver and Bamboo Bangle Bracelet1983 - Vintage Ethnic Hill Tribe Hand Hammered Silver and Bamboo Bangle Bracelet
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Vintage Ethnic Hill Tribe Hand Hammered Repousse' Silver and Bamboo Bangle Bracelet, measures 3.25"D, flower and vine motif, both beautiful...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for (60.00) = 60.00
 
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Vintage Native American Navajo Old Pawn Silver Green Turquoise Bracelet1983A - Vintage Native American Navajo Old Pawn Silver Green Turquoise Bracelet
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Vintage Native American Navajo Old Pawn Silver Green Turquoise Bracelet, inside measures 6.25" which includes opening x .75"W, stamped des...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 250.00
Sold to floor for (140.00) = 140.00
 
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2 Pr 14Kt Yellow Gold Hoop Earrings1984 - 2 Pr 14Kt Yellow Gold Hoop Earrings
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2 Pr 14Kt Yellow Gold Hoop Earrings, #1 Nice pair of 14kt yellow gold in shape of bamboo plant, measures a little over .5'', #2 Lovely pair...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for (70.00) = 70.00
 
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Native American Navajo Old Pawn Silver Green Turquoise Pendant Necklace by Anthony Skeets1984A - Native American Navajo Old Pawn Silver Green Turquoise Pendant Necklace by Anthony Skeets
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Native American Navajo Old Pawn Silver Green Turquoise Pendant Necklace, silver beads measure 16" end to end and are marked .925 Italy and Nava...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 120.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for (160.00) = 160.00
 
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Estate 14kt Gold and Garnet Cross Pendant1985 - Estate 14kt Gold and Garnet Cross Pendant
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Estate 14kt Gold and Garnet Cross Pendant, beautiful 14kt gold cross pendant set with deep red garnets, measures a little over 1''L, stamped...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to floor for (85.00) = 85.00
 
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Native American Navajo Sterling Silver Turquoise Bead Earrings1985A - Native American Navajo Sterling Silver Turquoise Bead Earrings
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Native American Navajo Sterling Silver Turquoise Bead Earrings, measure 2.5"L, concho style with dangles of turquoise and coral beads, 8.37g in...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 30.00 - 40.00
Sold to floor for (15.00) = 15.00
 
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1800's Horned Pig/Cow Mask1986 - 1800's Horned Pig/Cow Mask
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1800's Horned Pig/Cow Mask, has been glued, ''measures 9'' across at base and 16'' across from horn to horn, head is 10&...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
Sold to floor for (225.00) = 225.00
 
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Prehistoric Utilitarian Casas Grande Redware Bowl1986A - Prehistoric Utilitarian Casas Grande Redware Bowl
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Prehistoric Casas Grande Redware Bowl, measures 4'' x 6'', glued area on rim, some rim chips, professionally glued. Utilitarian Use...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 150.00 - 250.00
Sold to floor for (85.00) = 85.00
 
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S. Kirk and Son Sterling Dish1987 - S. Kirk and Son Sterling Dish
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S. Kirk and Son Sterling Dish, measures 6''W, hallmarked S. Kirk & Son Sterling 603, 139.2g in total wt.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for (65.00) = 65.00
 
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Native American Traditional Navajo 1/20 12Kt Gold Filled on Silver Cuff Bracelet1987A - Native American Traditional Navajo 1/20 12Kt Gold Filled on Silver Cuff Bracelet
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Native American Traditional Navajo 1/20 12Kt Gold Filled on Silver Cuff Bracelet, inside measures 6.5" which includes opening x .5"W, stam...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for (40.00) = 40.00
 
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Sterling Silver Bon Bon and Ice Cream Spoons1988 - Sterling Silver Bon Bon and Ice Cream Spoons
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Sterling Silver Bon Bon Spoon & Fork, Bon Bon Spoon has beautiful pattern Alvin Bridal Bouquet and measures 4.75'' stamped Pat. 1932 Alv...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for (55.00) = 55.00
 
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Native American Zuni Sterling Silver Inlay Bracelet and Earrings, Earrings by B & N Nastacio1988A - Native American Zuni Sterling Silver Inlay Bracelet and Earrings, Earrings by B & N Nastacio
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Native American Zuni Sterling Silver Inlay Bracelet and Earrings, bracelet measures 8.5" end to end x 1/8"W and channel inlay consists of ...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for (55.00) = 55.00
 
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1924 Kirk Stieff & Son Sterling Poultry Shears1989 - 1924 Kirk Stieff & Son Sterling Poultry Shears
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1924 Kirk Stieff & Son Repousse' Sterling Silver Handled Poultry Shears, measure 10 1/8''L, stainless steel blades
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to floor for (90.00) = 90.00
 
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Vintage Zuni Sterling Silver Stone Overlay Ring, Size 7.51989A - Vintage Zuni Sterling Silver Stone Overlay Ring, Size 7.5
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Vintage Zuni Sterling Silver Stone Overlay Ring, Size 7.5, overlay stones consist of coral, jet, turquoise, and abalone on oval mother of pearl caboch
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to SevernSound for (40.00 + 8.00BP) = 48.00
 
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1800's Bat-Devil Mask1990 - 1800's Bat-Devil Mask
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1800's Bat-Devil Mask, measures 8.5''H x 17''W, ''the face is decorated with blue-black and red pigment over a yellow ba...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 600.00
Sold to floor for (160.00) = 160.00
 
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1960 Casas Grandes Bird Effigy Pottery Jar1990A - 1960 Casas Grandes Bird Effigy Pottery Jar
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1960 Casas Grandes Bird Effigy Polychrome Pottery Jar, measures 4.5'' x 6'', Acquired in accordance with all State and Federal Regul...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for (55.00) = 55.00
 
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Vintage Native American Santa Clara Pottery Basket1991 - Vintage Native American Santa Clara Pottery Basket
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Vintage Native American Santa Clara Pottery Basket, measures 6'' x 7'', has paint loss, fluted rim, flower motif
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for (55.00) = 55.00
 
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Beautiful Antique Estate Sterling Silver Turquoise Filigree Pin1991A - Beautiful Antique Estate Sterling Silver Turquoise Filigree Pin
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Beautiful Antique Estate Sterling Silver Turquoise Filigree Pin, beautiful domed setting, measures 2 1/8", 12.11g in total wt.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for (25.00) = 25.00
 
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2 Hand Carved Birds by Bill Neely and Marsh1992 - 2 Hand Carved Birds by Bill Neely and Marsh
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2 Hand Carved Birds by Bill Neely and Marsh, #1 ''Jay'' carved from White Oak/Padouk on Manzanita Base by Bill Neely, comes with tag...
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Estimate : 80.00 - 150.00
Sold to floor for (55.00) = 55.00
 
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Tohono O'odham Gu-Achi Centipede Basket, B. Ramon1992A - Tohono O'odham Gu-Achi Centipede Basket, B. Ramon
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Native American Tohono O'odham Gu-Achi Centipede Basket by Bridget Ramon, measures 5.5''D x 1''H, comes with small informational...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 60.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for (25.00) = 25.00
 
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