9: A FINE NAVAJO STERLING AND TURQUOISE CLUSTER NECKLACE

The elaborate cluster necklace with reticulated collar and large circular drop is comprised of 124 nicely matched blue gem turquoise cabochons bezel set in sterling silver. The drop is stamped STERLING along with the maker's mark of conjoined JW.
Necklace length measures 21.5 and pendant is 3.5 x 3 inches.
Very good condition throughout, no damage, repair or heavy wear.
Provenance: The 40 year collection of Father Tom Wiederholt, Kansas City, Missouri. Tom was a close personal friend of scholar and curator Ralph 'Ted' Coe who advised Tom on most of his acquisitions.
$500 - $1,000