Zuni | Leekity Family - Artist | Horse Head Inlay Pendant (Modified Bolo Tie) | Sterling Silver

A Bit About The Piece:

Zuni horse head bolo tie piece modified into pendant inlaid with natural stones in sterling silver. Artists, "D. & E. Leekity" name engraved on back.

Details, details...

The Stones: Turquoise, Mother of Pearl, Red Coral, Jet, and Shell

Inlay details: 

• 7 pieces of Mother of Pearl
• 7 pieces of Shell
• 4 pieces of Turquoise
• silver detailing on bridle

The Piece: Handmade Stone and Shell Inlay Pendant, modified from bolo tie

• .925 sterling silver, solid
• "D. & E. Leekity 77" engraved on back
• dimensions: 46.46mm (1.82") top of bail to bottom of piece x 56.71mm (2.23") wide x 4.80mm (0.18") thick
• total weight of pendant: 19.87 grams
• chain not included

About The Artists

The Leekity Family are famously recognized Zuni artists known for creating sterling silver jewelry featuring handmade, hand-polished turquoise inlay. They are masters of inlay. Their work often includes pendants, necklaces, and cluster bracelets, frequently featuring intricate, traditional Zuni lapidary styles.

Wear Report

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

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