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Native American Navajo Calvin Begay Sterling Silver Turquoise, Opal, Wild Horse, & Spiny Oyster Shell Necklace & Earrings

Select Lines is proud to offer this fine quality Necklace. The artist hand cut and inlaid multi stones in sterling silver. The stones used are Turquoise, Wild Horse, Created Opal, and Purple Spiny Oyster Shell. Beautifully accenting between the stones are thin silver lines. Inlay Necklace measures 18" long. The center inlay work measures 1" long and 5" from the widest points. The back is stamped with sterling, which is a symbol to represent the use of fine quality sterling silver in the making and is hallmarked by the Native American Navajo artist Calvin Begay. Included is a matching pair of Earrings.

GIFT BOX INCLUDED WITH PURCHASE !!! The pictures do not do this piece justice. This is a perfect example why native american jewelry is some of the most Fascinating & Desired jewelry on today's market. This is an example of quality from beginning to end. Don't miss your opportunity to own this Sizzling Quality Native American beauty. BID NOW !!! When bidding with Select Lines, you are Bidding on Quality !!!

*** RETAILS for $1,500.00 ***

Calvin Begay is an award winning artist, jeweler, designer and master craftsman. He was born in Gallup, New Mexico in 1965 and raised in Tohatchi, northwestern New Mexico.

Calvin designed his first piece of jewelry at age 10, learning from his mother an uncle. In more than 20 years as a jewelry designer and craftsman, he has become a master in every aspect of the design and manufacturing process. He has won numerous awards at the Gallup Inter Tribal Ceremonial, including Best of Show in 1989. His jewelry has been featured in Arizona Highways and Southwest Art Magazines.

This gifted artist continually innovates and updates his designs, working in both gold and silver, and adding new motifs and stones to his repertoire.

In his leisure time, Calvin participates in rodeos and rides in the back country in his all terrain vehicles. When he creates jewelry, that wild free spirit finds expression in precious metals and stone.

He has a unique ability to translate traditional Navajo inlay techniques into jewelry that reflects his Native American heritage, yet have elegant and contemporary flair. Calvins work is prized by clients and collectors, not only in the Southwest, but throughout the United Stated and the world. In the artistry of Calvin Begay, the stunning beauty of the untamed West is reflected in the combination of color and design that create unforgettable pieces of wearable art.