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Montana Premier March 4th Collector Auction

Sat, Mar 4, 2023 11:00AM EST
Lot 302

Zuni C. Iule Red Coral Cross & Sterling Necklace

Estimate: $400 - $600

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $5
$50 $10
$100 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$25,000 $2,500
$100,000 $5,000
Featured in this lot is this signed, red coral inlay cross necklace done by Zuni silversmith Cecilia Iule, daughter of renowned Zuni silversmith Horace Iule. This piece features a sterling silver cross with six red coral cabochons inlaid. The back of the pendant is signed, "C. Iule Sterling". The pendant features three stamped floral designs and a large loop for the necklace with stamped geometric designs. The peice shows good condition with no signs of damage or wear. The largest red coral cabochon measures 5/8" L x 1/8" W, while the smallest measures 1/4" L x 2/16" W. The cross pendant measures 2 7/8" L x 1 5/8" W. The necklace from clasp to clasp measures 19 3/4" L. The collective weight of the necklace is 17.6 grams.