Zuni | Artist Edward Albert Beyuka | 1950's Dancer with Sun Shield Inlay Bolo Tie | Sterling Silver

A Bit About The Piece:

1950's Zuni Sun Shield Dancer bolo tie inlaid with natural stones in Sterling Silver. Main Sun Shield is a removeable piece, making this bolo even more exquisite.

Details, details...

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

Main Piece:

• 26 pieces of Mother of Pearl including
  • 11 white carved pieces
  • 10 white smooth pieces
  • 4 yellow pieces
  • 2 dark pieces
  • 1 yellow carved piece
• 17 pieces of Red Coral including
  •  12 carved pieces
  •  5 smooth pieces
• 12 pieces of Turquoise including
  • 7 carved pieces
  •  5 smooth pieces
• 5 pieces of black shell or Jet including
  • 4 carved pieces
  • 1 smooth piece
• 3 pieces of brown shell including
  • 1 carved piece
  • 2 smooth pieces
• silver detailing

Removeable Sun Shield:

• 12 pieces of carved Turquoise
  
• silver detailing

The Piece: Handmade Stone and Shell Inlay Bolo Tie

• .925 sterling silver, solid (bolo and rope caps)
• "EAB ZUNI" stamped on back
• steel slide on back
• leatherette braided cord
• length of cord including ends: 38 inches
• bolo dimensions width with turquoise shield: 94.34mm (3.71")
• bolo dimensions without turquoise shield: 104.72mm (5.78") length x 93.98mm (3.70") x 4.60mm (.18") thick
• turquoise shield dimensions: 49.45mm (1.95") diameter x 3.67mm (0.14") thick
• total weight including cord: 104.72 grams 

About The Artist

EAB ZUNI is the stamped hallmark of Edward Albert Beyuka (20th Century). He was a master silversmith known for his distinctive work, particularly Zuni inlay jewelry featuring detailed depictions of Kachinas and other figures. His pieces are relatively rare and highly prized.

 Wear Report

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