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Free shipping on orders over $99* (exclusions apply). Free scarf with collection orders over $300.
Free shipping on orders over $99* (exclusions apply). Free scarf with collection orders over $300.
KNOWN FOR HIS ORIGINAL STONE SETS AND ONE-OF-A-KIND JEWELRY, OSCAR BETZ IS MOST FAMOUS FOR PERFECTING THE FEATHERWEIGHT, SOUTHWEST CHANDELIER EARRING.
Despite their large scale, Betz’ earrings are easy to wear and perfectly balanced, and always set with a beautiful mix of stones. Prolific in the ’70s and ’80s, Oscar’s pieces are now actively sought out and purchased by Hollywood celebrities including Liz Taylor, 7th Ave. designers including Ralph Lauren, as well as collectors of fine Southwest jewelry. His work remains in high demand today.
These chandelier earrings are a unique spin on one of Betz’ most sought-after shapes. Crafted in red coral, black jet, and the uncommon lovely luvulite, these two-tiered dangles stay true to Betz’ signature lightweight style. Each stone is hand cut and hand set by the artisan himself. Everyone loves an Oscar, and these are especially unique!
Oscar Betz moved to Jerome, Arizona sometime between 1967 and 1979. He was among the hippies, renegades, freethinkers, and artists who relocated to Arizona’s richest copper mining city during those years. Many of his later years were spent in Santa Fe, New Mexico. He is now recognized as a renowned Navajo Silversmith. His work has been featured in galleries and movies and worn by many celebrities. His work is highly collectible.
Oscar Betz’s work was most prominent in the 1970s and 1980s. His pieces were actively sought out and purchased by Hollywood celebrities as well as collectors of fine one-of-a-kind handmade Indian jewelry. He was one of the first Southwest artists to use many different stones together in one piece of jewelry. Oscar’s work remains in high demand today. Sought after by the likes of Ralph Lauren in the early ’90s. Oscar crossed over into the fashion world with is exceptional jewelry. Part of the popularity of the Betz earrings was that for their size they are well-balanced and easy to wear. Designs are set on 2 part silver frames that are hinged.
Oscar Betz (1954-; Anglo), Stone sets; stamp work.
Mark: Oscar Betz (script)
INDIAN ARTS & CRAFTS ACT DISCLAIMER
In the absence of a specific assertion or certification to the contrary, Double D Ranch does not warrant, represent, or suggest that any particular item or product which is sold or offered for sale by Double D Ranch in any forum or venue of sale is created or produced by any Indian or Indian Tribe, is an Indian product, or was created by any Indian arts and crafts organization as such terms are defined by the laws of the United States, or the laws of any other jurisdiction, including without limitation, the Indian Arts and Crafts Act and rules set forth by the Indian Arts and Crafts Board.
Double D Ranch supports the goals of the Indian Arts and Crafts Act and the Indian Arts and Crafts Board to prevent fraudulent advertisement, support truth-in-advertising, and prohibit misrepresentation in the marketing of Indian arts and crafts products within the United States.
VINTAGE & OLD PAWN JEWELRY DISCLAIMER
Many of the jewelry items we sell are antique, vintage, and/or pre-owned. We acquire these pieces from dealers in New Mexico, Arizona, and Nevada, who work exclusively with Native American jewelry and art. That means they had a life before we found them, and they may show evidence of that previous life; signs of wear, dents, scratches, oxidation, broken stones, etc. We strive to be accurate and transparent in our descriptions of these pieces.
Jewelry items are not photographed to scale. We’re not trying to be tricky, our clothing items aren’t photographed to scale either (imagine how large that catalog would be!). Please check the description for the item’s dimensions and feel free to email us with any questions.
We are not gemologists. We choose pieces based on their overall aesthetic and how well they accessorize the Double D Ranch collection. Due to the high quality of laboratory-made stones and the influx of fake “Native American” jewelry from the Middle East, we rely heavily on our vetted suppliers to maintain a level of confidence in the quality of stones, provenance, and authenticity of each piece. We try our best to accurately describe the stones in our jewelry items but cannot absolutely guarantee them.
We celebrate aging. In ourselves, and in our jewelry. We want the true age of the piece to be represented, so we do not perform any type of cleaning or polishing. If the item is oxidized when we acquire it, that is precisely how you will receive it.
