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Turquoise & Coral Teardrop Sterling Earrings

Currency:USD Category:Jewelry / Artisan Jewelry Start Price:36.75 USD Estimated At:49.00 - 69.00 USD
Turquoise & Coral Teardrop Sterling Earrings
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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.
Sterling earrings have a teardrop shaped piece of turquoise at the top set in sterling, turquoise measure approximately 5.6 mm x 3.5 mm. AN open teardrop inlaid with coral hangs from the turquoise and measures approximately 18.4 mm x 9.5 mm, making overall length 29.7 mm. Earrings are marked .925 but are not signed by the artist.