Bolo, Shadowbox, Turquoise, Kachina, Long Hallmark, Vintage, 3619

A BIG AND BOLD STATEMENT

Phillip Long is an artisan who brings to life wonderful pieces that will last a lifetime. This bolo features a Kachina made from various sterling silver details and turquoise stones amidst a large shadow box shield. The Kachina bolo is placed on a traditional leather bolo cord that is tipped with sterling silver aiguillettes. This bolo makes a big and bold statement for anyone who wears it.

Phillip Long (Navajo) Active 1960s-1970s. Stamp work; cast work; stone sets; applique, Yei figures; letter openers.  Son of Helen Long.

Mark: P L (conjoined; may have a rayed symbol; sometimes on an applied plate.

• artist: Phillip Long
• affiliation: Navajo
• hallmarks: picto- rayed sun with interlocking P L
• materials: sterling silver, turquoise, leather cord
• measurements: 3" x 2 1/4"
• weight: 63 grams
• tension clamp
• 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: JN3619