Offered here for your consideration is a turquoise and coral carved inlay set by Nicholas and Theresa Leekela. This set includes necklace and post back earrings of high craftsmanship. This necklace features a stunning pendant with carved coral and turquoise inlays with corn themed designs. The round pendant is accented with twisted wire and three matching dangles hanging from handmade links and silver rings. The neckline features eight matching corn themed blossom style settings. The necklace is finished off with a lovely handmade link chain and spiral wire links, and silver findings at the ends. The post back earrings feature matching corn themed settings. This set will create quite a statement on your favorite shirt and will be enjoyed for many years to come.  Add it to your collection now!
MAKER: Hallmarked Nicholas & Theresa Leekela (script, engraved). Nicholas and Theresa Leekela (Zuni). Active since 1950s.
APPROX AGE: Vintage (meaning somewhere between the 1930s to 1970s).  
SIZE: This necklace measures approximately 20 1/2 inches from end to end, and the pendant measures 1 3/8 inches across at the widest point x 3 inches from top to bottom. The corn blossoms measure 5/8 inch wide at the widest point x 1 1/8 inches long. The earrings measure 5/8 inch wide at the widest point x 1 1/8 inches from top to bottom. The total weight for this item is 63.4 grams.
CONDITION: Good for its age, normal wear expected. Please look closely at the pictures as they are an important part of our description and are hereby incorporated into the description, specifically with regards to condition.
HANDLING: There will be a $5 handling / packaging fee for shipping this lot.
SHIPPING: The actual cost of postage will be added on top of the handling charges.
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