Navajo Artisan-DELBERT GORDON-Natural #8 Turquoise with Accented Appliques and Tooled Sides-Sterling Ring-2 in Stock! Size 8-1/4 OR Size 7!
Navajo Artisan-DELBERT GORDON-Natural #8 Turquoise with Accented Appliques and Tooled Sides-Sterling Ring-2 in Stock! Size 8-1/4 OR Size 7!
Sale for 1 Ring-Choose between a Size 7 (Pastel Blue # 8 Turquoise (Photos 1 through 11) or Size 8-1/4 (Deeper Color/Heavier Matrix (Remaining photos)
ABOUT THE ARTIST :
Delbert is widely regarded as a "Top of the Line Master Navajo Artist," and he has devoted countless decades to perfecting his craft. (Born in 1955) He is not only an exceptional artist in his own right but also a true mentor who has guided and inspired the careers of numerous aspiring jewelers, including his talented nephew, "DERRICK GORDON," along with many other traditional Navajo jewelers currently making their mark in the industry. Delbert is the kind of artist that many look up to when they seek both technique and inspiration for their own creations.
He occupies a prominent position at the very top of being one of my personal favorites, and this admiration stems from a variety of reasons. For him, it's not simply about creating a ring, pendant, or cuff bracelet; it’s the intricate work he does with the metal that transforms each piece into a true work of art. Delbert's approach is far from conventional; he is not an artist known for "simple-plain" designs. Instead, he masterfully crafts all the repousse work and heavily stamped applique embellishments that you see, layering them meticulously atop heavy gauge sterling silver. This method infuses each piece with an ornate beauty that is unmistakable. The appliques he creates are an art form in themselves and hold equal importance in the overall design as the beautiful turquoise stones.
Like any seasoned artist who has dedicated a significant amount of time to their craft, Delbert has developed a unique identity that quickly becomes recognizable to those familiar with his work. You can easily identify his creations by the distinctive, heavily layered, 'over-the-top' embellished appliques, as well as his careful selection of high-grade stones and meticulous finishing touches. Owning any piece crafted by Delbert is akin to possessing a magnificent work of art; however, in his case, it is art realized in the elegant form of metal and stone.
THE RINGS:
Both rings offered in this exquisite collection are thoughtfully and meticulously designed with fabulous cuts of natural #8 turquoise, showcasing the stunning and beautiful natural variations in this remarkable stone, while each piece possesses its own unique and one-of-a-kind character that sets it apart from others. Moreover, both rings prominently feature the renowned applique work by Delbert, which adds a distinctive touch and elevates their culturally rich appeal.
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ON BOTH:
ARTIST: Delbert Gordon
TRIBAL AFFILIATION: Navajo
STONE: Natural #8 Turquoise
METAL: Sterling Silver
METAL FINISH: Oxidized/Vintage Revival
ADJUSTABLE: No
STYLE: Traditional Navajo Turquoise Ring
HALLMARK: D. Gordon with a boot Spur incorporated around the "D"/Sterling-Navajo
Come's Gift Boxed
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SIZE 7(Pastel Blue # 8 Turquoise (Photos 1 through 11)
CENTER WIDTH: 1” Tall TAPERS DOWN TO: 1/4” on underside
STONE SIZE: 17.5 mm X 11 mm (Approximately 5/8" x just under 1/2”)
STONE CUT: Free Form
WEIGHT: 19 Grams
BEZEL: Serrated-Sawtooth
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SIZE 8-1/4 (Deeper Color-Heavier Matrix # 8 Turquoise (Photos 12 through 19)
CENTER WIDTH: 7/8" Tall TAPERS DOWN TO: 3/8” on underside
STONE SIZE: 14.3 mm X 10.8 mm (Just over 1/2” x 3/8”)
STONE CUT: Oval-ish
WEIGHT: 20.7 Grams
BEZEL: Smooth
PRICING IS BASED ON: You are paying for the name of the Artist & his reputation, the sterling cost at time of purchase, the artist’s time, the turquoise quality and availability, the cost per carat for this type of quality and the amount of carats , which are all reflected in price.
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PLEASE READ BEFORE PURCHASING:
*****In order to show all the fine detail, close up photos tend to make the item look much larger & everything also is more magnified .So to get an accurate idea of how big these are, please view the on the finger or you can pull out a tape measure & compare to my given measurements listed above.
I do not consider myself a 'professional photographer" but I do try to give you photos that are 'realistic" in color, just so you're not shocked, nor disappointed when you get the piece. Please understand that each monitor varies and also plays an important role in how vibrant or less vibrant as something appears.*****
