Bolo, Inlay, Horse, Mixed Stones With Matching Tips, Nora Leekity Hallmark, Vintage ‘60s, 3134

WILD HORSES CAN’T BE TAMED

If you’re familiar with the Southwestern jewelry scene, you recognize the Leekity name. This vintage 1960’s creation by renowned artisan Nora Leekity features a stunning slide depicting a saddled horse crafted in channel inlay using stones of  turquoise, shell, and mother of pearl. The cord is a traditional braided black leather tipped with unique complementing horse head inlay aiguillettes. Stunning and exquisite craftsmanship, a gorgeous statement piece for a guy or a gal.

Nora Leekity: (Zuni) Active 1940s-1970s. Channel inlay; horses, cows.
Marks: N. L.; NORA LEEKITY - ZUNI; Nora Leekity

• artist: Nora Leity
• affiliation: Zuni
• hallmarks: engraver's script" Nora Leekity
• materials: sterling silver, shell, turquoise, mother of pearl, leather cord
• measurements: shield: 2 1/4" x 1 1/2"
• closure: clamp
• nice vintage condition
• stones are secure in their settings
• abrasions and surface wear commensurate with age
• silver has a nice patina 
• light wear from use
• style: JN3134