ABOUT THE ARTIST:

Raymond is an award winning artist from Santo Domingo Pueblo. He learned the art of silversmithing from his father. Raymond continued learning the craft by attending the Institute of American Indian Arts. After finishing school, he worked for Sunbell Trading Company until they closed their doors. Raymond has received 1st place for his craftsmanship at the State Fair and at the Gallup Arts and Crafts Show. He made a traveling gavel that has been all over the state of New Mexico. It now rests in a place of honor at a lodge in Albuquerque.

DESCRIPTION:

Displayed only on the visible part of the ring, are 2 crosses & 2 round cuts of gem grade Sleeping Beauty turquoise that are then surrounded by all hand soldered beads that come with a variety of sizes..These are done by Raymond melting the sterling down into little beads.

The shank tapers from 3/4" wide to 1/4" on the underside.