Leekya Deyuse, Zuni Silver Split Shank Ring with Carved Turquoise Bird, c.1940

Item: UOJ1376C
Material: silver and turquoise
Size: 7 ring size
Period: Historic
Origin: Zuni Pueblo
Artist: Leekya Deyuse

This is an early to mid 20th century carved turquoise fetish by Zuni master carver Leekya Deyuse set in a silver ring by silversmith Steven Tiffany. The split shank silver ring is tapered in width and features a carved turquoise bird fetish set in a sawtooth silver bezel at center. The ring is further decorated with silver twisted wire surrounding the setting and three silver drops on either side.

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