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Zuni | Artist Juan Qualo | Horse Head Inlay Bolo Tip Earrings | Sterling Silver

Zuni | Artist Juan Qualo | Horse Head Inlay Bolo Tip Earrings | Sterling Silver

Regular price $300.00 USD
Regular price Sale price $300.00 USD
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A Bit About The Piece:

Horse head bolo tie tip earrings from Zuni artist, Juan Qualo. Pieces were modified into earrings and inlaid with natural stones in sterling silver.

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The Stones: Turquoise and Mother of Pearl

Inlay details: 

  • 10 pieces of Mother of Pearl
  • 2 pieces of Turquoise
  • silver detailing along bottom

The Piece: Handmade Stone Inlay Earrings (modified from bolo tie tips)

  • .925 sterling silver, solid, with 14kt white gold, handmade earring wires
  • dimensions: 37.15mm (1.46") length inlcluding wire x 17.06mm (0.67") wide x 2.81mm (0.11") thick
  • total weight of earrings: 6.48 grams

 

About The Artist

Zuni Artist and Silversmith, Juan Qualo is a renowned master stone cutter known for intricate, high-quality stone-to-stone and channel inlay jewelry. He is recognized often for his quail motifs and detailed stampwork. Associated with the renowned Qualo family, his work represents traditional Zuni stonework techniques. 

Wear Report

Polish shows light wear with some very faint surface scratches and a few tiny chips may be present. Please see photos. 

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