Offered here for your consideration are a steeling silver and turquoise ashtray and spoon, and a sterling silver letter opener. The ashtray features a central turquoise cabochon resting in a handmade sawtooth bezel, and displayed on a sterling silver pedestal. The edges of the ashtray feature hand stamped designs, and a stippling technique was used to add texture to the cigarette rests. The spoon features one turquoise cabochon resting in a handmade sawtooth bezel and the spoon is accented with hand stamped designs. The letter opener features a sterling silver cornstalk design overlay over a darkened background for contrast. These unique items will be enjoyed for many years to come and will look great in any collection. Bid Now!
MAKER: The ashtray is hallmarked TKW (stamped). Tim Kee Whitman (Navajo). Active since 1970s. The letter opener is hallmarked with an AT (conjoined, stamped). Alvin Thompson (1955-; Navajo). Active since 1970s .
APPROX AGE: Fairly Modern (meaning 1980s or newer).
SIZE: The ashtray measures approximately 4 inches across at the widest part x 3 inches from top to bottom. The spoon measures approximately 1 inch wide at the widest part x 4 3/8 inches long. The letter opener measures 3/4 inch wide at the widest part x 6 1/4 inches long. The total weight for this lot is 109.2 grams.
CONDITION: Average to good for its age, normal wear and minor imperfections 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.
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