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Squash Blossom Necklace

By squirrelly1, 8 September, 2023
Description

Native American Squash Blossom necklace with no obvious hallmark that I can find

Category
Jewelry and Gemstones
Medium
Silver, Turquoise
Distinguishing marks
There are what (I think) are the number 4 etched into the backs of two of the smaller parts with turquoise in them.
Condition
Good
Size and dimensions of this item
Approximately 22 inches total length, turquoise settings 1-3/4 inches, horseshoe in center is 2-1/2 inches across, silver flowers are 3/4 inches by 1/8 inch at its widest point
Date Period
Unknown
Weight
approximately 3-1/2 ounces
History
Unsure- It was found in items that once belonged to my friend's great-grandmother.
For Sale?
Yes
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SilentGal

1 year 10 months ago

Necklace

Jewelry is really hard to appraise on the Internet. Need to have the metal tested (sterling? plated?) and if it is genuine turquoise. Best to take it to a fine jeweler for those tests.

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