Bidspirit auction | Zuni Inlaid Roadrunner Pin Pendant


Zuni Inlaid Roadrunner Pin Pendant Lot - Item/Description: Trio of Native American figural roadrunner brooch pendants. Hand-crafted in Sterling Silver in various sizes and set with inlaid polished genuine stones including turquoise, coral, mother of pearl. The lot includes a larger signed Zuni pin pendant depicting a dashing roadrunner bird. Dynamic and beautifully crafted in Sterling Silver, body and feathers inlaid with glossy polished slices of mother of pearl, abalone, coral, turquoise, spiny oyster and onyx. Roll-over pin clasp closure. Fixed soldered bale. Rope and ball accents. Etched Hallmark: By C.E. Zuni. Material: Sterling Silver, Mother-of-Pearl, Coral, Turquoise, Onyx, Spiny Oyster Dimensions: Length: 2”; Width: 1”; approximately 6.8 grams Condition: Very Good. Free of dents, damage, repair. All stones intact and free of cracks, chips. Bale and clasp in good working order, opens smoothly and closes securely. Signs of age, use, and wear including scratches, patina. The medium sized pin depicts a crouching, scurrying roadrunner, crown, and feathers blowing back by the wind. Legs stretched out into a full dash. Dynamic. Roll-over pin clasp. No visible signature. Material: Sterling Silver, Mother-of-Pearl, Coral, Turquoise, Onyx, Spiny Oyster Dimensions: Length: 1 3/4”; Width: 3/4”; approximately 4.1 grams Condition: Very Good. Free of dents, damage, repair. All stones intact and free of cracks, chips. Clasp in good working order. Signs of age, use and wear include scratches, scuffs, heavy patina. Age: 1980s-1990s Provenance: Private Estate The smallest roadrunner brooch, a baby bird, is also in a running pose. Feathers inlaid with turquoise, coral, spiny oyster and mother of pearl. Roll-over pin clasp closure, Fixed soldered bale. Unmarked. Material: Sterling Silver, Mother of Pearl, Coral, Turquoise, Onyx, Spiny Oyster Dimensions: Length: 1”; Width: 1”; approximately 2.7 grams Condition: Very Good. Free of dents, damage, repair. All stones intact and free of cracks, chips. Clasp in good working order, opens smoothly, closes securely. Bale in working order. Signs of age, use, and wear include scratches, scuffs. Age: 1980s-1990s Provenance: Private Estate Shipping: $10 Standard (within Continental US) provided In-House. Shipping method is determined by item size, type, fragility and specific characteristics. Shipping and handling costs are calculated based on average carrier rates, delivery distance and packing complexity. PLEASE NOTE: All orders over $500 will require shipping insurance to be paid by the buyer. A fee of $1.50 per $100 of coverage will be added to your shipping and handling cost(s). International Bidders: Please email admin@taurusauctions.com for a shipping quote to your country. Condition Reports: Please see all photos and read entire description before requesting condition reports. Please contact us before bidding if you require additional photos or have any questions regarding condition. Email admin@taurusauctions.com for all condition reports. See all Terms and Conditions prior to bidding.