Navajo Natural Bisbee Turquoise Horny Toad Pin-Pendant – PP#1030

Sterling Silver Horny Toad Pin-Pendant Set With A RARE Natural Bisbee Turquoise Stone.  Masterfully Handmade And Designed By Navajo Artist LEE CHARLEY.  A Versatile Piece To Be Worn As Either A Pin Or A Pendant.

In General, Natural or Non-Treated Turquoise Is Considered To Be Highly Desirable As It Represents The True And Unaltered Composition of The Stone.  The Bisbee Turquoise Mine, Located In Bisbee, Arizona, Was Closed In 1974.  The Supply Of Bisbee Turquoise Stones, Especially Those Found In Their Natural State, Has Become Quite Scarce Making This RARE Commodity Highly Sought After By Many Astute Collectors.

Details  

Artist Hallmark:  “L C” (hand stamped on back side of pin-pendant)

Materials:  Sterling Silver, Jet, Natural Bisbee Turquoise Stone (25 carats), Stainless Steel Pin

Technique:  Extensive Stamp Work, Saw Work, Appliqué, Bead Wire, Shepherd’s Hook, Satin Finish, Oxidized Background      

Height:  4″

Width:  2.4″

Weight:  53 grams