Leonard Nez, Kirk Smith, AND Kee Nez

(Diné, act. since 1980s / 1957-2012 / b. 1963)

Sterling Silver Coral and Spiny Oyster Rings

lot of 3, includes:

a spiny oyster cluster ring; signed KIRK SMITH and marked STERLING
size 7.5, weight 14.2 dwt.

a ring set with an oblong coral cabochon; signed LEONARD NEZ NAVAJO and marked STERLING
size 6.25, weight 8.4 dwt.

a ring set with a teardrop-shaped coral cabochon; signed KEE NEZ and marked STERLING
size 5.5 dwt.

Stone on upper right corner of the cluster ring is loose and inset

other twoo: Good overall condition; stones are firm with no cracks or chips

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Erin Rust is a specialist in the Native American, Prehistoric & Tribal Art department at Hindman.
Ms. Rust began as a specialist in Native American Art and Artifacts at Cowan’s Auctions in 2017, with a focus on Native jewelry and Midwestern prehistoric artifacts. She has also worked on the Northern Cheyenne Reservation in Montana and on the Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota. Ms. Rust holds a Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design with a minor in History, concentrating in Native Studies, from Xavier University in Cincinnati, Ohio. Ms. Rust also appears on the top-rated PBS television program Antiques Roadshow.

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