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Zuni Inlay Horse Squash Necklace & Earrings Set - Carlene Leekity
Fabulous Museum quality - Zuni multigem mosaic inlay Horse squash blossom necklace with earrings, by Carlene Leekity. Silver beaded necklace has 11 elaborate horses, inlaid with Sleeping Beauty turquoise, coral, Mother of Pearl, black onyx, Abalone & Wild Horse. Price includes matching earrings, but necklace can be purchased without the earrings for a reduced price. Item#3766
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This Native American Zuni handcrafted Sterling Silver Inlaid Horse necklace and earring set is spectacular! The necklace features 11 elaborate horse, inlaid with Sleeping Beauty turquoise, coral, Mother of Pearl, black onyx, Wilde Horse & Abalone. The colorful inlay is impeccable! The center horse is 1-1/2" tall by 1-5/8" wide. The smaller horses are 1-1/4" tall by 1-3/8" wide approximately.
The matching post earrings are 1-1/4" tall by 1-3/8" wide.
The necklace measures 32 inches around and hangs down about 16" from the back of the neck to the bottom of the center horse. Brand new and in perfect condition. Hallmarked by the artist Carlene Leekity with an engraver. Gift box and Certificate of Authenticity included with your purchase.
You can purchase the squash without the earrings if you like. Just make your selection in the dropdown menu and the price will be adjusted accordingly. Of course you are receiving a discount by purchasing the entire set.
Carlene Leekity lives in Zuni, New Mexico and is a member of the famous Leekity jewelry making family. She is the daughter of George and Lupe Leekity. She is in her late 50's and has been making jewelry since she was twelve. She sold her first bracelet at age 13 to her teacher in school. Her work can be found on display in fine public and private collections throughout the southwest and it is often seen in Zuni jewelry collecting guides.
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