Vintage Sterling Silver / Turquoise Earrings; Tommy Singer, Navajo

Description

Sterling silver pierced (post) earrings by renowned Navajo artist Tommy Singer (1940-2014). They are  approximately 2  3/4" x 7/8" and weigh approximately 13.5 grams.  They are stamped sterling and signed by the artist. They have an overlay design at the bottom and a turquoise stone at the top.   We purchased these earrings for gallery inventory in the 1990's and they have been in our safe, unworn since that time. They may have had a prior life but if so, are in excellent condition. Please examine carefully and let us know if you have any questions or need further information/photos. Tommy Singer is a recognized silversmith and artist whose work. He is credited for developing the "chip inlay" technique of jewelry making in the 1970's, a technique that is still popular today. He started learning his art on the Navajo reservation at the age of 7 and became and internationally acclaimed artist. Please visit our store for more exciting contemporary and traditional Native American pieces from a variety of artists and tribal affiliations. American West Boutique was founded in 1992 and is an online seller of Native American Jewelry and Art, cowboy/girl boots, leather and suede and apparel. Shipped to Continental US only by UPS to street addresses only. No PO boxes, please. Payment must be received within 5 days of sale or item may be relisted.