Earrings, Oscar Betz, Plug, Spiny Oyster & Turquoise, Hallmark, Vintage, 2227

OSCAR GIVES US A CLUSTER OF COLOR

The renowned artisan is known for his remarkable lapidary skills, and Oscar Betz does not disappoint with this bold arrangement of orange spiny oyster, purple spiny oyster, and turquoise, handcut and hand-set in simple silver bezels accented with sterling silver drop details. These simple clusters are a fun little pop of color.

Oscar Betz (1954-; Anglo), Stone sets; stamp work.

Mark: Oscar Betz (script)

Santa Fe, New Mexico artist, Oscar Betz, has been a favorite of collectors and celebrities since the 1970s.  

He is known for his original stone sets and one of a kind jewelry and is famous for perfecting the featherweight, Southwest Chandelier earring. 

• artist: Oscar Betz 
  
• hallmarks: Oscar Betz Potosi sterling
  
• materials: sterling silver, turquoise, purple spiny oyster, orange spiny oyster
  
• dimensions: 1"
  
• weight: 12 grams each
  
• post 
• nice vintage condition
• stones are secure in their settings
• no stone chips or hairline fractures
• silver has a nice patina
• light wear
• style: JE2227