Natural High grade Apache blue turquoise earring. Nice wire work around, really rare to see nice stone earrings.
Whole size: 1/7/8" x 1"
Stone size: 3/8" x 9/16"
Weight: 0.75 Oz 21.4 Gram
Stone: Natural Apacheblue Turquoise from Nevada
Apache Blue Turquoise mine, also known as Turkey Track, is a small mine located in the Candelaria hills of Nevada. Mined by the Ottesons, most of the Apache Blue Turquoise being extracted is an absolutely beautiful blue stone with a gorgeous black web matrix, as well as brown to brown/orange matrix.
Artist: Calvin Martinez ( Navajo)
Born in 1960 NM. He is well known for his old style jewelry. His jewelry making started from ingit silver. He rolls silver and makes the small parts most people buy at supply stores. He uses a few tools like in the old days, making his jewelry heavy and having an old style look.
