Turquoise Discoveries

I actually think that Carl and Irene Clark buckle is a fake. Though the microinlay at first glance appears impressive, it’s nowhere near the detail and fineness that they are famous for, and it appears to have some block materials. The hallmark and silver work don’t look right either.

Compare to the fineness, quality and hallmark here:

https://hoelsindianshop.com/shop/native-american-art/jewelry/earrings/carl-and-irene-clark-dangle-earrings/

Unfortunately, Carl and Irene’s work is commonly faked.

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I love Rolanda Haloo’s bird jewelry. Every once in a while those peices pop up on Garlands and they ALWAYS sell right away. As in, I’ve never had a shot at one, despite sometimes checking the site as frequently as daily.

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Beautiful cast Bisbee cuff by Edison Cummings. It reminds me of this one by him that I tried on at the Heard fair in March:

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ebay sellers own description shows they have no clue.

edit to add legit Carl and Irene Clark

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That’s gorgeous too, and it looks very close to the one I posted except with some stamping, less oxidation and no turquoise. You said you tried it on, but did you buy it?

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I just looked again since you mentioned the earrings; they have these on Garland’s today, and unfortunately all but one are sold. I love that hummingbird pendant!!

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Looks like it could be the same cast. I did not buy it. I had already blown through my budget, and it was a little small.

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That’s a beauty! Maybe it will be there next time you go in.

This is definite jewelry goals. Thank you for sharing!

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Navajo, ca. 1890-1900

Pretty rare to see such an example come to market…does anyone need help with babysitting or lawn work? :laughing:

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This is…deadly.:star_struck: :shaking_face: A perfect gent’s necklace, says it all so simply and elegantly. Just look at those bezel teeth, like little paws hugging the stones. Gah.

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Just plain yummy!! Love these fabulous beads and naja. Beautifully simple yet such amazing work! Good catch on the “cool” bezel @chicfarmer! And the square cabs! I almost bought a somewhat similar one at Rainbowman in Santa Fe. So hard to decide between these wonderful heavy old pieces and the amazing work by the contemporary artists! What’s a person to do? :laughing:

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Well, break the bank and buy both, of course! Hahaha. Seriously, I know the dilemma; sometimes I kick myself later when I didn’t just bite the bullet. :grinning_face: I joke, but with a grain of salt. There are times that I’ve walked away from a piece that I realized later that I should have gone ahead and swallowed the cost. Case in point the 1920s Thunderbird necklace that I kept on thinking he would never sell, and he finally did.

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So I was looking at stuff on the Twin Rocks Trading Post site again. Anyone wanna go in with me on this one :laughing:

I’ve been thinking for awhile that I eventually would like to get another Hopi cuff. This one is out of my price range for now, but I love it.

I screenshotted them, because when they sell they disappear in the link.

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I just told @Patina that “I’m all about sharing”…but this one won’t fit my wrist. :face_with_open_eyes_and_hand_over_mouth:

This is beautiful!

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But just think how much fun you’d have looking at the posts of we ladies wearing it in the “how do we combine and wear our bling thread” :laughing:

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I was able to save this bracelet today. The previous owner was not kind to it but I managed to bring it back and also leave some indication of vintage age.

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Nice job, Steve! Sweet chip inlay. This one reminds me of @Ziacat’s peyote bird cuff.

Apparently there should be a thread titled Saved From the Melting Pot.

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Great idea for a thread. Especially after the @CyanideRose18 bracelet.

luckily the bends were not in the inlay areas.

Looks like it was sold by the Prince Trading Company, Kirkland, NM, c1970s. Have not found the crescent mark maker.

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I second that, it’s definitely a great idea :grin:

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