Pin, Cluster, Turquoise, Manta, Hallmark, Vintage Old Pawn, 1088

A FAMILY HEIRLOOM

This beautiful pin is what is known as a grandmother cluster; legend has it that the center stone is the grandmother, and each outer ring represents her being surrounded by her children and grandchildren. This cluster pin was crafted by Zuni silversmith Judy Wallace and features a combination of snake eye and oval turquoise stones, sterling silver drops, silver half moons, and twist wire details. It’s absolutely stunning and the kind of statement piece that’s destined to become a beloved heirloom.

Judy Wallace (1950-; Zuni) Active since 1970s. Petit point. Shares the mark of her husband Vernon Wallace.

Mark: V. WALLACE ZUNI (etched print)

• artist: Judy Wallace
• affiliation: Zuni
• hallmarks: STERLING JW
• materials: sterling silver, turquoise
• meaurements: 3"
• weight: 47 grams
• closure: locking c-clasp
• nice vintage condition
• stones are secure in their settings
• abrasions and surface wear commensurate with age
• silver has a nice patina 
• wear from ethnographic use
• style: JP1088
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