Up for your consideration is this brand new Native American handmade Sterling Silver bolo, featuring seven large genuine turquoise stones, created by Zuni legends Robert & Bernice Leekya. The fancy silver bolo tips have two turquoise stones on each.
The main bolo piece measures 2-7/8" tall by 1-7/8" wide. The silver tips are 2" long, not counting the turquoise cluster dangles, which measure 1" long by 7/8" wide.
Brand new and in perfect condition. Hallmarked by the artists. Gift box & Certificate of Authenticity included with your purchase.
Robert Leekya was the son of famous Zuni jeweler Leekya Deyuse. His father began teaching him the art of jewelry making in the 1940's. In the 1950's, Robert began working in the nugget style. He and Dan Simplicio were among the first Zuni silversmiths to make nugget jewelry. Robert & his wife Bernice worked in both gold and silver.
The Leekya'a work is becoming increasing difficult to obtain due to Robert's death in 2019.