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Rare 1978 Navajo Sterling Silver & Turquoise Squash Blossom Set by Gracie Paul

Rare 1978 Navajo Sterling Silver & Turquoise Squash Blossom Set by Gracie Paul

Regular price $3,790.00 USD
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A magnificent, documented Navajo (Diné) jewelry suite handcrafted by the esteemed silversmith Gracie Paul. This comprehensive set—comprising a massive squash blossom necklace, a coordinating cuff bracelet, and drop earrings—is a prime example of high-end 1970s Southwestern artistry.
Artist & Provenance
  • Maker: Authentically signed by Gracie Paul on the reverse of the Naja.
  • Date: Explicitly dated 1978, placing it in the peak era of the Southwestern jewelry "boom."
  • Hallmarks: Features the artist's signature and date
Materials & Design
  • Turquoise: The set is adorned with dozens of vivid blue turquoise cabochons featuring a classic dark "spiderweb" or "matrix" characteristic of high-quality Southwestern mines.
  • Silverwork: Exceptionally heavy-gauge sterling silver featuring traditional Navajo leaf-and-vine appliqué, twisted wire borders, and hand-stamped rosettes.
  • The Naja: An oversized, stunning crescent pendant measuring 2 3/4 x 3 1/2 inches, featuring multiple turquoise settings and intricate leaf work.
Specifications
  • Necklace: 15 inches (closed length); Weight: 204 grams.
  • Bracelet: Features a triple large central turquoise cluster; Weight: 63.19 grams.
  • Earrings: Teardrop design; Weight: 4.44 grams.
Condition
  • Necklace & Bracelet: Both pieces are in excellent vintage condition with a rich, natural patina.
  • Earrings: One earring is currently missing its screw back; however, this is a simple repair for a jeweler.
  • Overall: The set shows normal age-appropriate wear on the turquoise and silver, confirming its authentic 48-year-old vintage status.

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