Necklace, Squash Blossom, Turquoise, Needlepoint, Hallmark, Vintage ‘70s, 3975

BLOSSOMING BEAUTY

A squash blossom necklace that radiates beauty and originality. It has multiple sterling silver blossoms uniquely embellished with needlepoint turquoise stones and sterling silver drops. The naja also contains sterling silver drops, needlepoint turquoise, and twist-wire details. The natural turquoise stones vary in color but remain cohesive. Between each blossom along the neckline are sterling silver beads and the necklace is finished with a hook-and-eye closure. Needless to say, a necklace like this needs to be shown off – a timeless collector.

Ed Niiha (Zuni). Active since 1970s.

Mark: ED NIIHA

• artist: Ed Niiha
• affiliation: Zuni
• hallmarks: ED NIIHA
• materials: sterling silver, turquoise
• measurements: 26" long, naja is 1.5" x 2"
• weight: 74 grams
• hook & eye
• nice vintage condition
• stones are secure in their settings
• natural inclusions to stones
• abrasions and surface wear commensurate with age
• silver has a nice patina with light oxidation
• wear from use
• style: JN3975