JM Mark on Zuni Necklace

[K.Lee]

Hi everyone! I’m looking at purchasing this necklace but was hoping to identify the maker before I do. Pretty confident it’s Zuni and I have seen similar and similarly signed pieces, though none are conclusively identified. Marked “JM Sterling”. Thanks in advance!

[emmalouise43]

The mark looks similar to James Mason but he is navajo. I googled the name and someone is selling a very similar piece on etsy under that name but I wouldn’t take that as gospel they may just assume it is right

[Islandmomma]

The necklace is pretty but just know that there are a lot of imports in the marketplace. There are some beautiful pieces by Native American artists but so many aren’t that I would be sure before investing a lot of money. Maybe @Jason could help here.

[chicfarmer]

@islandmomma the other thread on same topic:

Help w/ Zuni Style Inlay Necklace

Hi there everyone! New to the forum as I’m adding more Indigenous jewelry to my collection and hoping to make better informed purchases. I’m looking to purchase this Zuni necklace but wondering if anyone can help ID the maker before I do. I have found similar pieces and pieces similarly marked, but no actual name. Also curious in potential value as the seller is asking a fair amount for it and I want to be sure of authenticity and real market value before spending too much. Thanks so much in ad…