Bolo, Inlay, Horse Profile, Turquoise, Mike Simplicio Hallmark, Vintage, 3885

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This is a piece by the late Mike Simplicio, a talented Zuni artisan whose name you’ve likely heard if you’ve been a DDR fan for long. The sterling silver slide features a striking inlay of a horse in profile, crafted from tortoiseshell and mother-of-pearl, and set with two bright blue turquoise stones, all in tiny serrated bezels. The cord is a traditional braided leather tipped with sterling silver aiguillettes. A fun, unique piece for any cowboy or cowgirl!

Mike Simplicio (1937 - 1976; Zuni). Active 1950s - 1970s. Nugget work; appliqué. The late Mike Simplicio shared marks with his wife Sarah Simplicio. Son of Dan Simplicio.

Marks: M (with a tilde); MIKE; M. SIMPLICIO; M. S.; M. S. SIMPLICIO

• artist: Mike Simplicio
• hallmarks: engraver's pen: M B S Zuni
• affiliation: Zuni
• materials: sterling silver, turquoise, mother of pearl, onyx, leather bolo cord
• measurements: shield: 1 1/8" x 1 3/8", length: 37"
• weight: 21 grams
• closure: tension clamp, unmarked
• 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
• wear from use
• JN3885