Large tear drop shape Royston Turquoise pendant - Bil 474

One of the owners private pieces that he is offering for sale. Navajo crafted by one of his favorite artists, Bernyse Chavez. This pendant & bail measure 3" in total length. Set in solid sterling silver. It features a high grade piece of Royston turquoise with outstanding coloring and unique contrasting matrix. The stone measures 1"1/2 at its widest point and is 1"1/2 in long. The artist has used saw cuts and silver spheres to create the setting which frame the stone perfectly. This pendant is a great addition to any collection. A full certificate of authenticity comes with every piece. High grade Royston turquoise pendant Royston: A district in Nevada consisting of three turquoise mines: Bunker Hill, Oscar Wehrend, and the main producer, The Royal Blue. Royston is known for its beautiful colors ranging from deep green to rich, light blues which are set off by a heavy brown matrix. The Royston mine is producing a little high-grade turquoise today, operated by the Ottison family. They process most of their material into finished cabs and allow very little rough to come onto the market. This controlled output has raised the price of this material considerably in recent years.