C.R. Weeka Squashblossom Necklace, Zuni Earrings

Item/Description: Fabulous Native American Zuni needlepoint squashblossom necklace designed by renowned silversmith, C.R. Weeka. Fashioned from Sterling Silver and Sleeping Beauty Turquoise. Twelve squashblossom stations set with turquoise interspersed by silver trade beads strung on silver chain. Majestic crescent shaped Naja medallion. Simple hook and ring closure. Hallmarked: ZUNI, artist etched signature: CR Weeka. Paired pierced earrings from the same estate (unconfirmed if also by Weeka) set with Sleeping Beauty Turquoise are unsigned, but tested as Silver. Earring backs of silver, plastic may be replacments.

Material: Sterling Silver, Turquoise.

Dimensions: Necklace Length: 28"; Naja: Height 1 7/8"; Width 1 1/2" approximately 71 grams. Earrings Length: 5/8"; Width: 3/4"; approximately 4.2 grams (without backs).

Condition: Very Good. All turquoise stones intact; no dents or dings to silver. Minor surface wear, patina. Clasp in good working order. Earrings posts are straight and fit snugly into backs.

Age: 1970s-1980s.

Provenance: Private Estate.

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