Ring, Novelty, Inlay, Mixed Stones, Kachina Dancer, Estate, Hallmark, Vintage, 1187

DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY WITH THE KACHINA

Beverly Estate is an acclaimed Zuni inlay artist; this stunning sterling silver ring is one of her pieces.The Zuni Kachina dancer is a fearless warrior. His power and strength is depicted in this gorgeous ring crafted using turquoise, onyx, coral and shell in traditional channel inlay complemented with sterling silver drop and rope details. The stones' bold colors bring a unique light to this vintage beauty.

Beverly Etsate(Zuni), Raised inlay; mosaic inlay; kachina jewelry; mud heads, bears. Daughter of Rosalie Pinot.  Sister-in-law of Betty Etsate.

Marks: B. Etsate (etched script); Be. Etsate (etched script); co-signed with Augustine and Rosalio Pinto (A.R.P.)

Beverly Estate is an acclaimed Zuni inlay artist this stunning sterling silver ring is one of her pieces. Set with a central dancing kachina figure inlaid with shell, coral and jet. Stamped on the back is Bev Estate Zuni.

• artist: Beverly Estate
• affiliation: Zuni
• hallmarks: Bev. Estate, Zuni
• materials: sterling silver, turquoise, mother of pearl, onyx, coral, shell
• measurements: 1 1/4" x 1"
• size: 7
• weight: 13 grams
• nice vintage condition
• stones are secure in their settings
• abrasions and surface wear commensurate with age
• silver has a nice patina
• style: JR1187