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Native American & Southwestern Jewelry Auction

Signed Native American Sterling Amber Choker

This auction ended on October 1, 2026.

Start price: $200

Estimated price: $400 - $600

Buyer's Premium: 25%

Description

Item/Description: Exquisite signed "N Y Sterling" Silver golden amber choker necklace. Believed to be attributed to a member of the Yazzie family, renowned Navajo silversmiths. Hand-crafted Art Nouveau organic motif. Five stations of polished natural amber stones bezel set into double leaf and berry mountings. Golden honey hued amber with natural inclusions. Chain comprised of alternating sequence of bullet shaped and ball beads. Simple hook and loop closure. Hallmarked: N Y Sterling (Southwestern Amber Necklace)

Material: Sterling Silver, Amber

Dimensions: Necklace Length:17 3/4"; Station Length: 1 1/2"; Width: 1"; approximately 37 grams

Condition: Very Fine. Free of dents, damage, repair. Amber free of cracks, damage, chips. Secure in settings. Clasp intact. In working order.

Age: 1970s-1980s

Provenance: Private Estate

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