Sterling Silver Zuni Indian Sunface Multicolor Inlay Post Dangle Earrings NX11946

MATERIALS:

Sterling silver, Turquoise, Coral, Jet, and Mother of Pearl.

MEASUREMENTS:

Post dangle earrings measure approximately 2-3/8" long and 3/4" at widest point.

DESCRIPTION:

There is nothing at all average about this beautiful pair of earrings! This piece of Native American jewelry is Zuni hand crafted by artist Burdian Soseeah, out of genuine sterling silver and real multicolor inlay. The inlay consists of Turquoise, Coral, Jet and Mother of Pearl. The inlay is gently set creating a fabulous Sun design. Thin silver lines of accent the earrings for an incredible finish. In Native American beliefs, the sun is the provider of life, warmth, growth, and all that is good. The earrings are stamped sterling and hallmarked by the artist.

Turquoise is the birthstone of December. It is believed that turquoise tends to bring good fortune, strength and helps overcome illness. Turquoise got its name from the Levantine traders called Turks who brought the stone to Europe from Persia via Turkey centuries ago. Native Americans have prized turquoise since the time of the Aztecs, who mined it in New Mexico. The natural variations that occur in turquoise are part of its appeal and beauty.

Corals are known to be very soothing and very protective. Coral is of an organic origin; it is the skeletal remains of marine animals called Coral Polyps. Colonies of these tiny creatures build branching structures as they grow, gradually forming reefs and atolls