Rare Tommy Singer Sterling Silver Purple Spiny Oyster Turquoise Coral Necklace

THIS IS AN ESTATE FRESH OLD TOMMY SINGER ORIGINAL HANDCRAFTED NECKLACE WITH STERLING SILVER AND PURPLE SPINY OYSTER SHELL WITH RED CORAL APPLE CORAL TURQUOISE ONYX ORANGE SPINY OYSTER SHELL AND MANY OTHER STONES. THE COLORS ARE JUST STUNNING AND THE PIECE IS CLASSIC TOMMY SINGER. IT IS 29 LONG AND REALLY FINE CONDITION. STILL CARRIES THE ORIGINAL TOMMY SINGER TAG, NOT THE T&R TAG AS IT WAS MADE BEFORE THEN. THIS AMAZING PIECE WAS COMPLETED BY TOMMY SINGER BEFORE HIS TRAGIC DEATH IN 2014. THIS PURPLE OYSTER IS REALLY BEAUTIFUL AND SCARCE. Tommy Singer – Navajo b. Tommy grew up in a small community of Dilcon on the Navajo reservation. Tommy Singer was a Navajo silversmith who specialized in chip-inlay jewelry. His inlaid turquoise, coral, and silver pieces incorporated traditional Navajo designs. Singer gained acclaim as the originator of the chip inlay design. Because of this innovation. Tommy is considered by many as one of the greatest contemporary Indian jewelry silversmiths of our time. Even though he was world renowned, he worked on the Navajo reservation in a small studio surrounded with his family and other tribal members. The Singer family has been involved in silversmithing, stone and beadwork for a very long time, handing the art down from one generation to another. Tommy was a silversmith for over 50 years. He learned the art of silversmithing from his father when he was just 7 years old. His Father Tsinnigine Hathali was a Navajo Medicine man. Tommy incorporates many traditional sandpainting and rug designs of the Navajo People into his jewelry. Tommy began creating jewelry full-time at the age of 21. His early works were done in the silver overlay technique. His work soon began to feature Turquoise stones. While working with scrap turquoise chips, Tommy pioneered the technique of Chip inlay used by thousands of artists to this day. For many years Tommy and his brothers created Jewelry using the Chip inlay style. His current work often includes 14 Karat Gold Overlaid on Silver. Tommy also carved storyteller scenes and silver bead necklaces with tremendous skill. When asked about his work, Singer said, Every piece is made with the various meanings from my traditional ways – the Navajo way of living. My father was a. He taught me, and wanted me to continue this trade. It was my father’s dream that I learn to silversmith so that I could continue his beliefs. His work is well known internationally and is featured in a number of Indian art publications. One can easily recognize Tommy’s work. He marks his finished pieces with T. Singer” or with “T and a crescent moon. Whether Tommy created a bolo tie, buckle, ring, necklace, pendant, or bracelet, he stated that, All my jewelry is. Made to satisfy my customer. Each piece is unique and is made very different. I try hard to make different styles and designs of my jewelry. His legacy of work will continue to live on for many years. In fact, Rosita (Rose) and the family have continued Tommy’s legacy by creating jewelry with his designs. Tommy and his wife Rose came up with a new hallmark before his death which is “T&R Singer”. His work was included in the 2002 exhibit. Jewels of the Southwest. At the Museum of Indian Arts & Culture in Santa Fe, NM among other prestigious museum exhibits. He won numerous awards and his work is published in well-known books of Indian jewelry. A silver bracelet, created in 2004 is in the collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian in Washington, D. Any questions PLEASE ask! My descriptions are solely there to assist buyers finding the items and are not a guaranteed accurate description of the item in all cases. If you do need information I have neglected to include, please don’t hesitate to ask any questions. This item is in the category “Jewelry & Watches\Ethnic, Regional & Tribal\Necklaces & Pendants”. The seller is “mstiques” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Australia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Japan, Sweden, Korea, South, Indonesia, Taiwan, South Africa, Thailand, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Bahamas, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Norway, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Croatia, Republic of, Malaysia, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Antigua and Barbuda, Aruba, Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Saint Kitts-Nevis, Saint Lucia, Montserrat, Turks and Caicos Islands, Barbados, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Brunei Darussalam, Bolivia, Egypt, French Guiana, Guernsey, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, Iceland, Jersey, Jordan, Cambodia, Cayman Islands, Liechtenstein, Sri Lanka, Luxembourg, Monaco, Macau, Martinique, Maldives, Nicaragua, Oman, Pakistan, Paraguay, Reunion, Uruguay.

Country of Origin: United States
Chain Type: Ball/Bead
Artisan: TOMMY SINGER
ORIGINAL HANDMADE BY TOMMY SINGER: RARE CORAL PIECE
Modified Item: Yes
Jewelry Type: Necklaces
Type: Necklace
Secondary Stone: Coral & Onyx, Turquoise
Main Stone Color: Purple Spiny Oyster
Customized: Yes
Vintage: Yes
Signed: Yes
Occasion: Anniversary, Birthday, Christmas, Engagement, Father’s Day, Graduation, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Wedding
Brand: Tommy Singer
Era: 1950’s – 1990’s
Ethnic & Regional Style: Native American
Handmade: Yes
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Style: Beaded Heishi
Base Metal: Sterling Silver
Material: Gemstone, Stone
Theme: Southwestern, Ethnic
Antique: No
Item Length: 29\
Metal Purity: 925
Closure: Hook
Main Stone: Purple Spiny Oyster
Wholesale: Yes
Metal: Sterling Silver
Tribal Affiliation: Navajo

Rare Joan Slifka Sterling Purple Sunset Spiny Shell Heart Ring Sz 6

Rare Joan Slifka Sterling Purple Sunset Spiny Shell Heart Ring Sz 6. Unique Silver Ring Featuring a rare shell color combination of purple and yellow. 26.6 mm Long 26.6 mm Wide. Total Mas = 12 grams. Local Pick-up is available in our showroom. Your continuing satisfaction is very important to us. As one of the largest Coin & Jewelry Companies on the west coast, and also one of the best gold buyers, Continental has been the destination for coins, jewelry, fine art and collectible buyers and sellers for over 45 years. All items for sale are available for viewing at our Southern California showroom. We would like to thank all of our loyal customers for their continued support. Continental Coin and Jewelry Company Web Department. This item is in the category “Jewelry & Watches\Ethnic, Regional & Tribal\Rings”. The seller is “continentalcoinandjewelry” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped worldwide.

Material: Shell
Featured Refinements: Vintage Turquoise Ring
Main Stone: Purple Sunset Spiny Oyster Shell
Sizable: Yes
Metal: Sterling Silver
Jewelry Type: Rings
Tribal Affiliation: Navajo
Ring Size: 6
Ethnic & Regional Style: Native American

Rare! Navajo Purple Spiny Oyster And Turquoise Jewelry Set. Royalty Worthy

Rare set made by one artist Cecil Henry – he passed away in 2018. Purple spiny oyster is becoming depleted and finding this large and this quality cabochons is almost impossible. Unique combination of color purple with superb blue of turquoise is amazing. This jewelry was put away in a box for over 25 years, looks as it was almost not worn. This whole set is absolutely breath taking. For special collector to truly appreciate its beauty and rarity. Ring is size 7.5. The item “Rare! Navajo Purple Spiny Oyster And Turquoise Jewelry Set. Royalty Worthy” is in sale since Thursday, August 1, 2019. This item is in the category “Jewelry & Watches\Ethnic, Regional & Tribal\Jewelry Sets”. The seller is “margo200069″ and is located in Panama City, Florida. This item can be shipped to United States.

Jewelry Type: Jewelry Sets
Main Stone: Turquoise
Ethnic & Regional Style: Native American

Very Rare Vintage Navajo Purple Shell Sterling Silver Squash Blossom Necklace

Vintage and Museum Quality Specialists. Vintage and Museum Quality. This is a breathtaking vintage Navajo purple shell silver squash blossom necklace. This impressive necklace contains a mind blowing plethora of hand cut teardrop shaped purple spiny oyster shells, just beautiful! Situated throughout the necklace are 10 amazing silver squashes with a fascinating accenting large silver naja pendant. The naja measures around 2-1/2″ X 2-1/4″ and each shell measures around 1/4″ X 1/8″. Situated throughout the shells are wonderful silver works that consist of raindrops and ropes. I absolutely love the stunning plethora of round silver beads located throughout the majority of the necklace including the traditional silver clasp. This necklace is absolutely phenomenal. Signed by Navajo artist, DG. The length of the necklace measures around 29. Make Us an Offer! All Other Museum Items. If the item breaks we will repair it for FREE. We are flexible and are happy to work with you! All international orders will cost only 12.00. We also will work with international buyers to help them not pay as much going through the process. Do you own a store? Nativo Arts wants to work with you! We are the #1 supplier to stores who want to sell the best and finest Native American jewelry. Make us offers today by clicking the blue make offer button at the top of the page! Nativo Arts was established to offer the largest selection of the best quality vintage Native American jewelry in the world, for the best prices. It has taken decades to acquire the collection that we offer to the world today. From A-list celebrities to average Joe’s, we work with everyone from all walks of life. Nativo Arts has supplied a vast number of movies with the best quality Native American jewelry. It is important to respect Native American culture and to realize how much difficulty and hard work an artist puts into a piece. We thank you for your interest and we are happy to work with you! “The Largest and BEST Collection of Museum Quality Vintage Native American Jewelry in the World”. The item “VERY RARE VINTAGE NAVAJO PURPLE SHELL STERLING SILVER SQUASH BLOSSOM NECKLACE” is in sale since Tuesday, September 28, 2021. This item is in the category “Jewelry & Watches\Ethnic, Regional & Tribal\Necklaces & Pendants”. The seller is “nativo-arts” and is located in Fountain Hills, Arizona. This item can be shipped worldwide.

Artisan: DG
Brand: Native American
Country of Origin: United States
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Jewelry Type: Necklace
Main Stone: None
Material: Sterling Silver
Metal: Sterling Silver
Metal Purity: .925
Signed?: Signed
Tribal Affiliation: Navajo
Ethnic & Regional Style: Native American

VERY RARESterling Silver Navajo Purple Spiney Oyster Star Necklace and Earrings

This is a Gorgeous Sterling Silver Purple Spiney Oyster Navajo Star Necklace and Earring Set. This Amazing Handmade Navajo Graduated Sterling silver Bead necklace with Alternating Genuine Spiney Oyster Rondelle Beads, Says nothing But QUALITY! It Measures 21 1/2″ Long, with the Beautiful Star Measuring 2″ with Bail, and the Earrings measure 7/8 not including ear wire. The Pendant is Stamped Sterling and all pieces test positive for Sterling Silver. The Ends Are Sterling Navajo Cones and It is Finished off with Sterling Silver Hook and Eye Closure. It Weighs 50.1 Grams altogether. This Is Surely a Beautiful One of A Kind Set, With Extraordinary Eye Appeal. The item “VERY RARESterling Silver Navajo Purple Spiney Oyster Star Necklace and Earrings” is in sale since Thursday, October 17, 2019. This item is in the category “Jewelry & Watches\Ethnic, Regional & Tribal\Native American\Necklaces & Pendants”. The seller is “trujillmariejewelry” and is located in East Wenatchee, Washington. This item can be shipped to United States.

Jewelry Type: Necklaces
Metal: Sterling Silver
Brand: Handmade
Main Stone: Purple Spiney Oyster
Tribal Affiliation: Navajo
Featured Refinements: Navajo Necklace
Metal Purity: 925 Sterling Silver

Rare Purple String Vintage Navajo Turquoise Santo Domingo Necklace

#1 Vintage & Museum Quality. #1 Trusted Source Vintage & Museum Quality. Here we have an exceptional vintage Navajo necklace. This necklace is comprised of 3 lengthy strands of Royston turquoise stones and spiny oyster strung among beautiful white and tan heishi! The largest turquoise is about 7/8 x ½. The length of the necklace measures around 31. Museum Quality Jewelry SALE! If the item breaks we will repair it for FREE. We are flexible and are happy to work with you! All international orders will cost only 12.00. We also will work with international buyers to help them not pay as much going through the process. Nativo Arts was established to offer the largest selection of the best quality vintage Native American jewelry in the world, for the best prices. It has taken decades to acquire the collection that we offer to the world today. From A-list celebrities to average Joes, we work with everyone from all walks of life. Nativo Arts has supplied a vast number of movies with the best quality Native American jewelry. It is important to respect Native American culture and to realize how much difficulty and hard work an artist puts into a piece. We thank you for your interest and we are happy to work with you! We specialize in the best and authentic Native American jewelry in the world. Be very careful to avoid replica jewelry and mass produced jewelry as it is everywhere nowadays. With over 12,000+ positive feedbacks, you know what you are purchasing is not only authentic, but a smart investment work of art. The best jewelry only increases in value over time. This is our specialty. “The BEST and Largest Collection of Museum Quality Native American Jewelry In the World”. The item “RARE PURPLE STRING VINTAGE NAVAJO TURQUOISE SANTO DOMINGO NECKLACE” is in sale since Tuesday, February 18, 2020. This item is in the category “Jewelry & Watches\Ethnic, Regional & Tribal\Native American\Necklaces & Pendants”. The seller is “nativo-arts” and is located in Fountain Hills, Arizona. This item can be shipped worldwide.

Brand: Nativo Arts
Country of Origin: United States
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Jewelry Type: Necklace
Main Stone: Turquoise
Material: Turquoise
Metal: None
Signed?: Unsigned
Tribal Affiliation: Navajo

Wampum Beads 50 Piece Lot Drilled Native American Quahog Shell RARE PURPLE

2020 Spring Special – We WILL Sell Out. T hank you to all o f my customers for helping EZ-bay go from a “Zero to a Hero” in the Wampum World. The purple beads will be the ones to Sell Out first. I ONLY HAVE 10 STRANDS TO SELL. Thank you again to all who have made return visits and hope you get your fill before the supply runs out. We Are back with THE PURPLE! This wampum is approximately 4mm-8mm with I corresponding proportionate diameter requiring a small diameter needle/string. Please find these 50 bead purple and white strands tumbled and drilled for easy beautiful Jewelry making pieces. They are from a Native American Quahog shell used to make all sorts of high end earnings, bracelets, belts and necklaces. You can give them as completed jewelry pieces or give them as a group. One of the most prized and often used mollusks for wampum beads is the quahog clam (Mercenaria mercenaria). This clam, which lived in the coastal waters of the northeastern part of the United States, has a distinctive shell that yields the purple beads. Most simply, wampum are beads made from various white and purple mollusk shells which were and are still used by various Native nations throughout northeastern North America for ornamental or ceremonial use. Wampum clearly had value though as a trade item between the various Native peoples before European contact. It was later after European settlement of America that wampum began to be used like currency. THE VIBRANT PURPLE & LAVENDER HUES SEEN HERE ARE QUITE RARE! The item “Wampum Beads 50 Piece Lot Drilled Native American Quahog Shell RARE PURPLE” is in sale since Tuesday, May 12, 2020. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Cultures & Ethnicities\Native American\ US\1935-Now\Beads & Beadwork”. The seller is “duanedakin2012″ and is located in Jeffersonville, Vermont. This item can be shipped worldwide.

Provenance: Ownership History Available
Tribal Affiliation: Elnu Abenaki
Modified Item: No
Featured Refinements: Native American Beadwork
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Origin: North East Coast United States
Color Gradient: Deep Purple, Lavender, Lilac, White
Artisan: Munro Brook
Handmade: Yes

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Wampum Beads 50 Piece Lot Drilled Native American Quahog Shell RARE PURPLE

2020 Special – We WILL Sell Out!! Happy end of 2019 to everyone, and a sincere thank you to all my customers for helping EZ-bay go from a “Zero to a Hero” in the Wampum World. I sell both the common white/tan beads and the highly sought after Purple Beads (drilled & tumble washed). The purple beads will be the ones to Sell Out first. I ONLY HAVE 10 STRANDS TO SELL. Thank you again to all who have made return visits and hope you get your fill before the supply runs out. We Are back with THE PURPLE! This wampum is approximately 4mm-8mm with a corresponding proportionate diameter requiring a small diameter needle/string. Please find these 50 bead purple and white strands tumbled and drilled for easy beautiful Jewelry making pieces. They are from a Native American Quahog shell used to make all sorts of high end earnings, bracelets, belts and necklaces. You can give them as completed jewelry pieces or give them as a group. One of the most prized and often used mollusks for wampum beads is the quahog clam (Mercenaria mercenaria). This clam, which lives in the coastal waters of the northeastern United States, has a distinctive shell that yields the purple beads. Most simply, wampum are beads made from various white and purple mollusk shells which were and are still used by various Native nations throughout northeastern North America for ornamental or ceremonial use. Wampum clearly had value though as a trade item between the various Native peoples before European contact. It was later after European settlement of America that wampum began to be used like currency. THE VIBRANT PURPLE & LAVENDER HUES SEEN HERE ARE QUITE RARE! The item “Wampum Beads 50 Piece Lot Drilled Native American Quahog Shell RARE PURPLE” is in sale since Sunday, January 5, 2020. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Cultures & Ethnicities\Native American\ US\1935-Now\Beads & Beadwork”. The seller is “duanedakin2012″ and is located in Jeffersonville, Vermont. This item can be shipped worldwide.

Provenance: Ownership History Available
Tribal Affiliation: Elnu Abenaki
Modified Item: No
Featured Refinements: Native American Beadwork
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Origin: North East Coast United States
Color Gradient: Deep Purple, Lavender, Lilac, White
Artisan: Munro Brook
Handmade: Yes

Zuni Rare Purple Spiny Oyster Shell Bracelet

Zuni Rare Purple Spiny Oyster Shell Bracelet. This bracelet is handcrafted with a lovely, rare, shade of vivid purple Spiny Oyster and. The craftsmanship is traditional Zuni, with a row design. This is an item that will certainly be cherished and appreciated by anyone who loves handcrafted Navajo jewelry! 6.25 — (Including Gap) Please measure over wrist bones for best fit. Spiny Oyster shell, more formally called spondylus brodnip princeps or spondylus princeps, is found in the Sea of Cortez off Baja California, Mexico. Spondylus is a Latin word meaning spines on its back. Brodnip is the name of the scientist who traveled with Cortez on his exploration of Baja California. The shell comes in three main colors: red, orange and purple, and sometimes is found in white and yellow. It was used in jewelry before coral became available. It was the shell most loved by the Mayan people, and has been found in abundance in archeological excavations of the Anasazi, Mogollon and Hohokam of Southwest. In 1976, Native Americans of the Southwest began to export purple spiny oyster shells for jewelry making, popularizing their use abroad. This shell has natural pits and grooves that should not be mistaken for cracks or imperfections in the craftsmanship. With this in mind, for item(s) lost or damaged during transit, we cannot be held responsible. Your jewelry will arrive polished. For maintenance, please do not wear your jewelry while washing as the chemicals in the soap and water will degrade natural stones and could possibly loosen settings. We can always work out a solution. Track Page Views With. Auctiva’s FREE Counter. The item “Zuni Rare Purple Spiny Oyster Shell Bracelet” is in sale since Friday, August 23, 2019. This item is in the category “Jewelry & Watches\Ethnic, Regional & Tribal\Native American\Bracelets”. The seller is “trailsendjewelers” and is located in Tucson, Arizona. This item can be shipped worldwide.

Jewelry Type: Bracelets
Metal: Sterling Silver
Metal Purity: .925
Main Stone: spiny oyster
Tribal Affiliation: Zuni
Brand: Unbranded

Wampum Beads 50 Piece Lot Drilled Native American Quahog Shell RARE PURPLE

2019 End of Summer – We WILL Sell Out!! Happy end Summer to everyone, and a sincere thank you to all my customers for helping EZ-bay go from a “Zero to a Hero” in the Wampum World. I sell both the common white/tan beads and the highly sought after Purple Beads (drilled & tumble washed). The purple beads will be the ones to Sell Out first. I ONLY HAVE 10 STRANDS TO SELL. Thank you again to all who have made return visits and hope you get your fill before the supply runs out. We Are back with THE PURPLE! This wampum is approximately 4mm-8mm with a corresponding proportionate diameter requiring a small diameter needle/string. Please find these 50 bead purple and white strands tumbled and drilled for easy beautiful Jewelry making pieces. They are from a Native American Quahog shell used to make all sorts of high end earnings, bracelets, belts and necklaces. You can give them as completed jewelry pieces or give them as a group. One of the most prized and often used mollusks for wampum beads is the quahog clam (Mercenaria mercenaria). This clam, which lives in the coastal waters of the northeastern United States, has a distinctive shell that yields the purple beads. Most simply, wampum are beads made from various white and purple mollusk shells which were and are still used by various Native nations throughout northeastern North America for ornamental or ceremonial use. Wampum clearly had value though as a trade item between the various Native peoples before European contact. It was later after European settlement of America that wampum began to be used like currency. THE VIBRANT PURPLE & LAVENDER HUES SEEN HERE ARE QUITE RARE! The item “Wampum Beads 50 Piece Lot Drilled Native American Quahog Shell RARE PURPLE” is in sale since Thursday, August 15, 2019. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Cultures & Ethnicities\Native American\ US\1935-Now\Beads & Beadwork”. The seller is “duanedakin2012″ and is located in Jeffersonville, Vermont. This item can be shipped worldwide.

Provenance: Ownership History Available
Tribal Affiliation: Elnu Abenaki
Modified Item: No
Featured Refinements: Native American Beadwork
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Origin: North East Coast United States
Color Gradient: Deep Purple, Lavender, Lilac, White
Handmade: Yes
Artisan: Munro Brook

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