Available here for your consideration is a turquoise and sterling silver cross necklace by renowned Zuni artist, Horace Iule. This necklace features a stunning pendant with seven outstanding turquoise cabochons in handmade sawtooth bezels. The settings are accented with incredible silverwork and various hand stamped designs. The neck is lined with nice handmade round and tube beads that are strung on a coated wire. In 1928, Iule created the Knifewing figure in silver jewelry and he was perhaps the first master Zuni artisan. He has been described as versatile and skilled, and a master of many elements and techniques. MAKER: Hallmarked H. IULE. Horace Iule (1899-1978; Zuni). Active 1924-1978. According to the Extension Service in 1932, "Horace is considered to be the best jewelry maker of his tribe and won first prize on a collection at the recent Inter-Tribal Ceremonial and Fair at Gallup, NM." APPROX AGE: Vintage. SIZE: This necklace measures 32 inches around the neck. The pendant measures 3 inches long x 2-1/4 inches wide, and weighs 55.4 grams. CONDITION: Good for its age, normal wear expected. Please look closely at the pictures as they are an important part of our description and are hereby incorporated into the description, specifically with regards to condition. HANDLING: There will be a $5 handling / packaging fee for shipping this lot. SHIPPING: The actual cost of postage will be added on top of the handling charges. BUY IT NOW: If you would like to buy this item now, without waiting for the auction day to bid on it, we do offer this option (which is available up to 48 hours before the actual auction starts). The “Buy it Now” price is the high estimate of this lot (plus applicable fees and the Buyer's premium you pay is discounted to only 10% when using the Buy it Now option). If you would like to exercise this option, you must contact us by email (or phone as long as you talk to someone live). Reference this lot number and your intention to "Buy it Now."