Ann Begay Bisbee Turquoise Sterling Pendant, Silver Sun Shop, 2.5"

Ann Begay Bisbee Turquoise Sterling Pendant, Silver Sun Shop, 2.5" This striking sterling silver pendant features two stunning Bisbee turquoise stones, showcasing the unique matrix and vibrant blue hues characteristic of this highly prized turquoise variety. The pendant measures 2 9/16" tall by 1" wide and is marked "AB Sterling" along with the Silver Sun shop's pictograph makers mark. This indicates that it was crafted by Ann Begay during her time at the Silver Sun shop in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Ann Begay, born in 1963, worked at the Silver Sun shop from approximately 1992 to 2000, where she honed her skills in traditional Navajo silversmithing and stone setting. After leaving the Silver Sun shop, she continued to create jewelry under her own name, establishing herself as an independent artist. Ann Begay is still actively creating jewelry today, carrying on the rich artistic traditions of her Navajo heritage. This pendant is a testament to her early work and the quality craftsmanship associated with the Silver Sun shop.