Navajo Lee McCray Sterling Silver Turquoise Pendant + Italian Sterling Chain View Watchlist >
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Lot # JE119
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Navajo Lee McCray Sterling Silver Turquoise Pendant + Italian Sterling Chain
A Navajo artisan necklace featuring a genuine turquoise pendant by renowned Navajo silversmith Lee McCray, gracefully paired with a sleek 925 Italian sterling silver snake chain.
Details & Specifications
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Materials: Sterling silver and turquoise, verified by hallmarks.
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Pendant: Handcrafted by Lee McCray, marked L.MC Sterling USA. The pendant showcases a rectangular turquoise cabochon with natural matrix inclusions, bezel-set in a minimalist silver frame with a wide, smooth bale.
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Chain: A high-quality 925 sterling silver Italian snake chain, measuring 20.35 inches long and 1.93 mm wide, secured by a lobster clasp stamped 925 and ITALY.
Provenance
Lee McCray is a respected Navajo silversmith and lapidary artist celebrated for his precise craftsmanship and innovative blending of traditional Navajo motifs with modern elements. His hallmark, L.MC, is well recognized among Native American jewelry collectors. McCray’s work often features turquoise, coral, and intricate silverwork, honoring Navajo traditions while pushing artistic boundaries. This piece reflects that heritage, pairing his Southwestern artistry with an Italian chain — creating a cross-cultural collectible.
Condition
Good condition with light surface wear consistent with age; we have left the natural silver patina intact, giving the buyer the option to polish if desired. The turquoise stone is securely set, with no visible cracks or repairs. The clasp is in good working order.
Dimensions & Weight
Necklace:
Length: 20.35" (51.7 cm)
Width: 1.93 mm
Weight: 12.8 g
Pendant:
Overall (with bale): 1.28" x 0.61" x 0.30" (3.25 cm x 1.55 cm x 0.76 cm)
Bale opening: 0.38" (0.96 cm)
Weight: 3.8 g
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