Merlinda Chavez, Earrings, Sleeping Beauty, Sterling Silver, Zuni, 1 3/4"

Description

These exquisite Zuni handmade earrings by Merlinda Chavez feature vibrant Sleeping Beauty turquoise stones set in finely crafted sterling silver. The design showcases a classic sunburst cluster arrangement, with meticulously shaped needlepoint and petit point stones radiating from a central rosette. Each turquoise stone displays the signature clear, sky-blue hue that makes Sleeping Beauty turquoise so highly prized. Intricate silverwork, including twisted wire and delicate bead accents, adds depth and texture to the overall composition. Elegant and timeless, these earrings embody the precision, artistry, and rich cultural tradition of Zuni jewelry making.

Size - 1 3/4" Diameter

Sterling Silver Post

Weight - 22.3 grams

Product Details
Artist:
Chavez, Merlinda
Earring Back Finding:
post-with-friction-back
Gemtype Stone Shape:
irregular-shape
Setting Type:
bezel
Width:
1.75
Main Stone:
Sleeping Beauty Turquoise
Metal:
Sterling Silver
Signed:
Signed
Tribe:
Zuni
$422.00