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Zuni Needlepoint & Petit Point Turquoise Earrings

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:70.00 USD Estimated At:200.00 - 400.00 USD
Zuni Needlepoint & Petit Point Turquoise Earrings
Featured in this lot are three (3) Vintage Zuni Needlepoint and Petit Point Turquoise Earrings, circa 1960s-1970s. The Zuni tribe has crafted gorgeous, fascinating jewelry for over 1,000 years. They are most famous for their intricate stone work that include petit point, needle point, and inlay. The first pair are Sleeping Beauty Turquoise dangle cluster drop earrings that features a central triangle design of petit point turquoise with seven teardrop stones, measures 3.5"L. The second pair are Sleeping Beauty Needlepoint Turquoise earrings trimmed in silver beads designed in the sunrays symbol. The sun is one of the most important symbols in many Native American cultures, and it was depicted the sun in many different ways. As the provider of warmth, light, crops, the sun was truly revered. The sun symbol represents growth. These measure 1"L. Lastly is a pair of solitary Sleeping Beauty Beauty Turquoise cabochon earrings, measure .5"L. This collection of earrings is in nice condition and reflects the timeless beauty of the Southwestern American culture of the Zuni. Rich patina observed.