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Vintage Zuni Lightning Multi-Stone Inlay Ring

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:150.00 USD Estimated At:400.00 - 800.00 USD
Vintage Zuni Lightning Multi-Stone Inlay Ring
This is a fabulous vintage mutli-stone inlaid “stained glass” pattern sterling silver ring from the Zuni Pueblo from the circa 1970-1980’s, signed CK. The ring shows sterling silver, signed CK STERLING and shows a large rectangular top inlaid with multiple gemstones with sterling silver dividers with a lightning and linear band design showing stones of Turquoise, Lapis Lazuli, Spiny Oyster Shell, Denim Lapis, and jet. Each stone is precisely cut and inlaid using the traditional channel technique, resulting in a sleek, seamless look that highlights the natural beauty and color of each element. Zuni jewelry is a style of Native American jewelry from the Zuni Pueblo in New Mexico, known for its intricate lapidary work, particularly inlays of small, precisely cut stones. Key characteristics include inlay, where stones fill a geometric pattern, and the techniques of needlepoint, using tiny, pointed stones, and petit point, using tiny rounded stones, which create a delicate and detailed appearance. Zuni jewelry is known for its high level of detail and meticulous craftsmanship, with each inlay chip carefully cut, shaped, and set. The condition of this inlay ring is good with rich patina throughout denoting some age but otherwise in good overall condition. Size 9.5, measurements are 1"L x .5"W x 1"D, weight is 13.5grams.