Heirloom Jewelry Auction: Museum-Quality Navajo, Zuni & Santo Domingo Heirlooms Closed (#19788225)
Terms & ConditionsVintage Frank Sandoval Navajo Sterling Silver Squash Blossom Necklace 
- Sold Winning Bid: $2,400.00
- 90 Bid(s) View Bid History
- High Bidder: Dudelie
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Vintage Frank Sandoval Navajo Sterling Silver Squash Blossom Necklace
This Frank Sandoval Navajo Squash Blossom necklace is a fabulous representation of his skill. Known for his intricate silverwork and masterful turquoise settings, Sandoval's pieces carry a legacy of craftsmanship. This necklace is distinguished by its (12) hand-cut squash blossoms, each featuring a vibrant 9mm Bisbee turquoise stone securely bezel-set within a sterling silver rope bezel. The centerpiece Naja pendant adds to its allure, incorporating additional turquoise stones that enhance its visual impact.
Bisbee turquoise, known for its deep blues with unique matrix patterns, is mined from Arizona and highly prized for its rarity and beauty. Each stone in this necklace reflects Sandoval’s attention to quality and detail, showcasing the exceptional coloration that Bisbee turquoise enthusiasts admire.
Specifications:
- Material: Sterling Silver (marked), Bisbee Turquoise
- Artist: Frank Sandoval (signed "F. Sandoval"), Navajo artisan
- Components: (12) hand cut sterling silver squash blossoms with 9mm turquoise stones, (19) bezel-set turquoise stones throughout the necklace
- Strung on: Foxtail link sterling silver chain
Condition: Good, with a natural patina, and stones are securely set. Polishing is left to the buyer’s preference to preserve its vintage appeal.
Dimensions:
- Necklace Length: 28.5 inches
- Naja Size: 2.3" x 2.44"
- Weight: 106.3 grams
The Squash Blossom Tradition: The Squash Blossom necklace design is integral to Navajo jewelry, inspired by both indigenous symbology and external influences. The distinctive Naja crescent, often associated with protection, was adapted by the Navajo from Spanish and Moorish symbols, evolving to become a staple in Native American jewelry. Squash blossoms, which frame each turquoise stone, are said to symbolize vitality and abundance, echoing the Navajo connection to land and life.
For collectors, this necklace embodies the legacy of Frank Sandoval and the enduring cultural heritage of Navajo artistry, making it a piece to cherish and pass on as a symbol of artistry and tradition
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