Description: This exceptional string of Navajo pearls won second place at the 1970 Inter Tribal Indian Ceremonial in Gallup, New Mexico. The exhibitor is Woodward’s Indian Shop and the necklace was crafted by Wallace and Irene James. The red ribbon that was awarded is included with the necklace. The well-crafted fluted graduated beads measure 27” end to end; the weight is 100 grams. The necklace is in the same perfect condition as when purchased with the addition of desirable patina. The necklace is unsigned, as was traditional prior to the 1970s. The James clan of Navajo silversmiths began signing their pieces in the mid-seventies. Woodard opened his first shop in Tucson AZ in the 50s and later in Scotsdale, Santa Fe and, finally, in Gallup NM. Some of the noted Navajo silversmiths who worked for Woodard’s include Kee Joe Benally, Wilson Tsosie and Willie Yazzi Senior. The James were in good company! My mother purchased these "pearls" from the museum shop at the Department of the Interior in Washington D.C. in the early 70s. I find in age that I just don’t wear much jewelry--time to pass this beauty on to an appreciative new home.ly
Price: 2400 USD
Location: Tucson, Arizona
End Time: 2024-12-25T23:47:39.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Ethnic & Regional Style: Native American
Antique: No
Closure: Hook
Occasion: Christmas, Birthday, Mother's Day
Seller Warranty: No
Signed: Yes
Color: Silver
Metal: Silver
Necklace Length: 29 in
Main Stone: No Stone
Vintage: Yes
Brand: Sterling
Main Stone Treatment: Not Enhanced
Type: Necklace
Department: Unisex Adults
Unit Type: Unit
Metal Purity: 925
Style: Beaded
Base Metal: Silver
Tribal Affiliation: Navajo
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Unit Quantity: 1
Country of Origin: United States
Handmade: Yes
