Necklace, Squash Blossom, Turquoise, Dan Simplicio Attribution, Vintage ‘50s, 3015

EVERYONE DESERVES A STATEMENT SQUASH BLOSSOM…

…and this one is the kind that becomes a family heirloom. This stunning vintage squash blossom necklace attributed to Zuni artisan, Dan Simplicio, boasts a dozen blossoms featuring vivid cabochons of turquoise in tiny serrated bezels and accented by silver fluted drops and repousse. The blossoms are affixed to a traditional double-strand of silver desert pearls and accompanied by an enormous naja adorned with 14 freeform turquoise nuggets. It’s stunning and it’s a Simplicio – it’s only going to become more covetable and collectible over the years.

• artist: attributed to Dan Simplicio
• markings: attributed to Dan Simplicio
• materials: sterling silver, turquoise
• dimensions: 24" long, naja is 2 3/4" x 2 3/4"
• weight: 200 grams
• closure: hook & eye
• nice vintage condition
  
• stones are secure in their settings
• abrasions and surface wear commensurate with age
• silver has a nice patina
• light wear from use
• style number: JN3015