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A BOLD BOLO FOR ANYONE WHO WANTS TO MAKE A STATEMENT
Created by renowned Zuni artisan Ralph Quam, this bold vintage bolo features a beautiful slide in the likeness of a Comanche chief crafted in intricate channel inlay using stones of black onyx, turquoise, spiny oyster, shell, and mother of pearl, outlined in sterling silver. The cord is a braided leather tipped with sterling silver aiguillettes. It’s an eye-catching piece on anyone -- guy or gal!

artist bio & marks: 

Ralph Quam (1914-deceased; Zuni). Mosaic inlay; incised faces; Comanche figural heads. Ralph Quam shared some marks with his wife Fannie Quam.
Marks: R. Q (etched); R. QUAM; R & F; R & F QUAM

artist: Raymond "Ralph" Quam (1938-1971)
affiliation: Zuni
hallmarks: applied plate: R. QUAM
materials: sterling silver, turquoise, mother of pearl, onyx, spiny oyster, shell, leather cord
measurements: shield: 2 1/2" x 2 1/2", length: 47" 
weight: 46 grams
closure: tension clamp, marked: BENNETT PAT. PEND
nice vintage condition
stones are secure in their settings
abrasions and surface wear commensurate with age
silver has a nice patina with light oxidation
wear from use 
style: JN3833

in stock
All returns on jewelry are subject to exchange or store credit only
Brand:Double D RanchSKU:JN3833TurquoiseN/STags:bolo, Necklaces, sterling silver, turquoise, vintageColor:TurquoiseSize:N/S