STUNNING STATEMENT PIN FOR THE TRUE COLLECTOR
This gorgeous and enormous pin is a unique star-burst cluster by the highly sought-after and well-renowned Zuni artisans, Doris & Warren Ondelacy. Dozens of baby blue turquoise stones are set in tiny serrated bezels and accented with miniscule twist wire details and sterling silver drops. A timeless collector, the kind that becomes a family heirloom.
Doris Ondelacy (1902-2000; Zuni). She and her husband Warren Ondelacy were active makers of cluster jewelry from the 1930s to the 1950s. Diane Lonjose is her granddaughter. Daughter is Bernice Leekya.
Marks: D. & W.; D (in 1970s, after the death of her husband)
Warren Ondelacy (1898-1970s; Zuni). Active 1940s-” Cluster work. Governor of Zuni Pueblo in early 1930s. Warren Ondelacy shared stamps with his wife Doris Ondelacy.
Marks: D. & W.- artist: Doris & Warren Ondelacy (both deceased)
- affiliation: Zuni
- hallmarks: D. & W.
- materials: sterling silver, turquoise
- measurements: 4 1/2"
- weight: 71 grams
- nice vintage condition
- stones are secure in their setting
- abrasions and surface wear commensurate with age
- silver has a nice patina
- light wear from use
- style: JP919
