Bolo & Buckle Set, Inlay, Conestoga Wagon, Lincoln Zunie, Hallmark, Vintage ‘50s, 1739

CIRCLE THE WAGONS!

What was once just admired for its craftsmanship and charm, Conestoga Wagon pieces are now highly coveted and collectible. We are thrilled to be able to offer this awesome 1950s vintage buckle and bolo set by widely revered Zuni artisan Lincoln Zunie. This magnificent set features a wagon themed inlay of turquoise, onyx, coral and mother of pearl. The silver buckle is flanked with turquoise. In addition to the silverwork in the buckle and bolo slide is the absolutely stunning attention to detail in the bolo tips that are the turquoise-embellished wagon wheels.

Lincoln Zunie (1938-1983, Zuni). Active 1960s-1970s. Channel inlay; figural inlay, often horse or cow motifs.  Father of Patty Zunie Edaakie. Brother of Joe and William Zunie. Lincoln Zunie shared the stamp with his wife Helen Zunie (d). 

• Helen and Lincoln Zunie were master silversmiths specializing in pictorial inlay work.

Mark: H-L ZUNIE

Helen Zunie (? - 2008; Zuni). Active 1960s - 1970s. Channel inlay, figural inlay, often horse or cow motifs. Helen Auie shared the stamp with her husband, Lincoln Zunie.

• artist: Helen & Lincoln Zunie
• affiliation: Zuni
• hallmarks: Z. Zunie (buckle-hallmark has been damaged), H-L Zunie (bolo hallmark has been altered)
• materials: sterling silver, turquoise, onyx, mother of pearl, coral, leather bolo cord
• measurements: buckle: 3" x 2", shield: 2 1/8" x 2", length: 38"
• weight: buckle: 42 grams, bolo w/cord: 69 grams
• unmarked tension clamp
• nice vintage condition
• stones are secure in their settings
• no stone chips or hairline fractures
• stone abrasions commensurate with age
• silver has a nice patina 
• light wear from use
• style: JN1739