MUSEUM COLLECTOR QUALITY GODBER BURNHAM TURQUOISE HIGH GRADE NUGGET NECKLACE 79G

Description: Huge GODBER BURNHAM Gemstone Natural NUGGET Pendant Benchbead Necklace 22"L Navajo Mike Eto Sterling Silver Gem Grade Massive Nugget 78.7grtw; MUSEUM, INVESTMENT AND COLLECTOR QUALITY!!!!! RARE HUGE OVERSIZED BIG AND BOLD FASHION STATEMENT !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!VERY RARE OLD PAWN GODBER BURNHAM PIECE BY NAVAJO ARTIST MIKE ETO; RARE OLD STOCK FROM MY 40+ YEARS OF COLLECTING NATIVE AMERICAN JEWELRLY. YOU WILL BE HARD PRESSED TO FIND A NATURAL BEAUTY SUCH AS THIS PIECE OF HISTORY OFFERED TODAY.THIS NAVAJO STERLING BLUE GODBER BURNHAM NUGGET TURQUOISE [SINCE 1932, AUSTIN NV] PENDANT NECKLACE HAS AN INCREDIBLE BLUE TUQUOISE HIGH DOME STONE WITH DARK BLACK MATRIX WITH A SUBTLE BROWNISH CAST. THE TURQUOISE RANGES FROM DARK TO MEDIUM BLUE MOSTLY WITH A FASCINATING SPIDERWEBBING AND ALSO KNOWN FOR VERY DARK OR BLACK MOTTLING AND BLOTCHES SUCH AS THIS EXAMPLE. THIS STONE HAVING TAKEN MILLIONS OF YEARS TO FORM IN THE EARTH JUST UNDER THE RIGHT CONDITIONS SEEMINGLY WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE MINE, POLISHED, AND SET BY THE ARTIST IN A FREEFORM STERLING SILVER NUGGET PENDANT SPECIFICALLY MADE TO SHOWCASE THIS RARE LUSCIOUS NATURAL GODBUR BURNHAM TUQUOISE OF SUBSTANTIAL SIZE ; IMAGINE TO FIND THIS TREASURE SIMPLY TAKEN FROM THE EARTH; POLISHED AND SET IN THIS INCREDIBLE FREE FORM STERLING SILVER PENDANT. HIGH GRADE NATURAL GEMSTONE NOT ENHANCED; STERLING SILVER ROUND AND MELON BENCHBEADS ARE STRUNG ON SILVER WIRE WITH TRADITIONAL HOOK AND EYE CLOSURE. MUSEUM, INVESTMENT AND COLLECTOR QUALITY!!!!! The Godber Mine, located in Austin, NE, produces some stunning (and even famous) rocks that were even featured in the 1950s film “The Ten Commandments”. Godber’s star power is well-deserved: ranging from medium to dark blue. These stones are accented with beautiful black blotches and webbing - creating a mysterious veiled appearance. PENDANT/STONE: FREEFORM MASSIVE "STERLING SILVER" NUGGET STYLE DESIGNED PENDANT measures 3.5"H x 2 1/8"W at the widest points. The massive natural high grade to gem grade blue turquoise "NUGGET STONE" with Dark Black Blotched matrix is tightly set in a micro-sawtooth bezel and measures a substantial size of c 2.5"L x 1 3/8"W x .75"Deep. RARE OLD STOCK FROM MY 40+ YEARS OF COLLECTING NATIVE AMERICAN JEWELRLY. YOU WILL BE HARD PRESSED TO FIND A NATURAL BEAUTY SUCH AS THIS PIECE OF HISTORY OFFERED TODAY. High to Gem Grade Turquoise is Rare; as an example for every 50 lbs. of turquoise mined…only about 12.5 lbs. is considered “jewelry grade” and of that only about “half a pound” is considered “high” to “gem grade” quality. Natural, gem quality turquoise is scarce taking millions of years to form just under the right conditions; and therefore is the most highly valued and desired type of turquoise. The term natural is used to describe turquoise which has been removed from the earth and is hard and dense enough to be cut and polished without the necessity of any type of treatment. This gorgeous STERLING SILVER Bench bead and melon necklace measures 22"L with the traditional hook and eye closure. the necklace consists of TWO DIFFERENT TYPES OF HANDMADE BENCHBEADS which make up this very rare treasure from the past; there are Ten long melon beads which measure c. 1 1/8"L x c 1/4" dia; and there are fourty-four .25" diameter round beads. The huge one of a kind STERLING NUGGET PENDANT measures 3.5"H x 2 1/8"W at the widest points. The massive natural high grade to gem grade blue turquoise "NUGGET STONE" with DARK BROWN matrix is tightly set in a micro-sawtooth bezel and measures a substantial size of c 2.5"L x 1 3/8"W x .75"Deep. The Nugget Designed Sterling Silver Pendant was executed to follow the shape of the stone showcasing the rare Godber Burnham Natural Nugget. Original Patina to the Silver. The pendant is signed Mike Eto on the obverse.The necklace weighs 102.4 grtw. THIS IS A QUALITY INVESTMENT COLLECTOR PIECE WHICH RARELY SURFACES EXCEPT THROUGH OLD STOCK OR PERSONAL COLLECTIONS SUCH AS MINE. IT IS ALSO SHOWN ON MY SITE'S LOGO. AGE HAS GOTTEN THE BETTER OF ME, SO I AM RELEASING MY ENTIRE 40+ YEAR OF GEMGRADE TURQUOISE JEWELRY. BE ONE OF THE LUCKY EAGLE EYED COLLECTORS TO GRAB A PIECE OF HISTORY.Mailing Summary Retail Click-N-Ship®Priority Mail® Medium Flat Rate Box $18.40Registered Mail™ $39.00 Not availableTotal $57.40BROWSE MY SHOP FOR MORE "UNCOMMON TREASURES". GET YOUR "HOLIDAY" AND "SPECIAL OCCASION" GIFTS EARLY WHILE THERE IS A GOOD SELECTION OF TREASURES FOR YOURSELF OR LOVED ONES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!BE SURE TO ADD "HEIRLOOMHUNTER101" TO YOUR FAVORITES FOR QUICK RETURN AS NEW ITEMS ARE ADDED DAILY. ALSO SEE VARIED OTHER ITEMS "INDIANQUEEN" ETSY.SEE PICTURES FOR DETAILS ON THE STONES AND STERLING WORKMANSHIP. PICTURES ARE PART OF THE DESCRIPTION.HEIRLOOMHUNTER101 PUTS GREAT EFFORT IN DISCOVERING AND LISTING "UNCOMMON TREASURES" FROM ANCIENT TIMES TO THE PRESENT AT AFFORDABLE PRICES. PLEASE TAKE A LOOK AT OUR OTHER ITEMS, INCLUDING NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN TURQUOISE AND STERLING SILVER JEWELRY; TRADE DOLLS, ANCIENT VESSELS, VICTORIAN ERA HEIRLOOMS; PAPERWEIGHTS; PERIOD GLASS; AND OTHER "OUT OF THE ORDINARY" OFFERINGS. FEEL FREE TO EMAIL SELLER WITH ANY QUESTIONS OR SPECIAL REQUESTS. ITEMS ARE VERY CAREFULLY PACKAGED AND USUALLY SHIPPED OUT THE SAME DAY OF PAYMENT. INDIANQUEEN VALUES AND APPRECIATES ITS CUSTOMERS. PLEASE ADD US TO YOUR SAVED SELLERS LIST AS NEW ITEMS ARE LISTED DAILY THESE ARE STATEMENT PIECES; WORTHY OF THE RED CARPET. YOU WON'T FIND ANOTHER NECKLACE SET LIKE THIS ONE IN THE OPEN MARKET AT THIS FAIR ASKING PRICE. Over the years I have only collected Native American Jewelry based on the value, grade, and rarity of the stone or stones, preferring jewelry with unique character, along with great craftsmanship. In other words, jewelry that is not only beautiful, but a great investment. As collectors of old pawn natural turquoise jewelry are discovering, it is becoming more difficult to acquire jewelry of this size and natural caliber. Most of the turquoise mines are now depleted and closed and less and less fine quality old pawn turquoise jewelry is coming to the open market; except through old stock and personal collections. Jewelry well cared for in absolutely wonderful vintage condition with no issues; original patina and oxidation to silver due to age and use See Pictures. Pictures are part of the description WiLL BE SHIPPED PRIORITY REGISTERED MAIL INSURED FOR PURCHASE PRICE. Packaged with care. Mailing Summary Retail Click-N-Ship® Priority Mail® Medium Flat Rate Box Registered Mail™ $57.40

Price: 4450 USD

Location: Inverness, Florida

End Time: 2025-01-02T02:01:43.000Z

Shipping Cost: 57.4 USD