Necklace, Princess, Turquoise, Zuni Needlepoint, With Matching Earrings, Vintage, 3590

Stunning stonework – and it’s a set!

This remarkable find is a vintage Zuni necklace and earring pair, hallmarked RF Sterling. The necklace is a unique tiered chandelier silhouette, starting at princess length and graduating down, each layer intricately adorned with needlepoint and snake eye turquoise stones in serrated bezels. The final tier is accented by a series of sterling silver paddles for an extra element of movement and shine. It’s accompanied by a pair of very chic art deco-esque arches of needlepoint turquoise with tiny squash blossom details.

• affiliation: Zuni
• hallmarks: RF Sterling
• materials: sterling silver, turquoise
• measurements: 28"
• earrings: 1 1/4", post
• weight: 82 grams
• closure: hook & eye
  
• 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: JN3590