Necklace, Bib, Turquoise, with Matching Earrings, Hallmark, Vintage, 1926

A BEAUTIFUL BIB NECKLACE THAT’S STATEMENT YET DAINTY. 

Renowned and revered Zuni jewelry artisans Elsie and Fred Lonconsello have mastered the balance of eye-catching and elegant with this vintage beauty. The dainty sterling silver paperclip chain necklaces features four linked turquoise-clad tiers complemented by repousse half-moon details and finished with a V of sterling silver paddle dangles. And, as an added bonus, this fabulous find is accompanied by a pair of mini cluster earrings with matching dangles!

Elsie Lonconsello (Zuni). Inlay. Shares the stamp with Fred Lonconsello.
Mark:Fred and Elsie (script; with ZUNI, N.M.)

Fred Lonconsello (Zuni). Inlay. Shares the stamp with Elsie Lonconsello.
Mark:Fred and Elsie (script; with ZUNI, N.M.)

• artist: Fred & Elsie Lonconsello
• affiliation: Zuni
• hallmarks: Fred & Elsie, ZUNI, N.M.
• materials: sterling silver, turquoise
• dimensions: necklace: 16", neckline: 11 3/4", earrings: 2" x 5/8"
• weight: necklace: 57 grams, earrings: 11 grams
• closure: hook & eye, earring: french wire
• nice vintage condition
• stones are secure in their settings
• no stone chips or hairline fracture
• abrasions and surface wear commensurate with age
• silver has a nice patina
• style: JN1926