Zuni Inlaid Pendant with Sunface

Zuni jeweler, Ola Eriacho, made this petite sterling silver pendant with an inlaid sunface on the bale.  She inlaid the bottom dangle with Sleeping Beauty turquoise, red coral, jet, and mother of pearl.  The top of the dangle has a hand stamped sun on the top. 

Size: 1.25" H x .5" W

Zuni jewelers are well know for this type in inlay.  Each stone is cut to exactly fit the into the design the jeweler has imagined.  Even the thin lines are cut and inlaid stone!  The oldest Zuni inlay jewelry used Sleeping Beauty turquoise, natural red coral, jet and mother of pearl.  More contemporary Zuni jewelers will sometimes use other stones.