Navajo 1970s 28" Turquoise Animal Fetish Necklace Signed "R.U." W/Coral & Feather Accents - This exquisite Navajo fetish necklace is comprised of (9) carved turquoise animals and turquoise and coral heishi beads and feather accents on each animal. The necklace is finished with sterling silver tipped ends and a hanging silver tag signed "R.U." According to our seller, her parents started in the Native American jewelry business in 1972, and the family would travel to the New Mexico Native American reservations and purchase pieces directly from the tribes. They eventually went into the gold jewelry business and have kept these pieces in their private collection for over 40 years. Measurements: 28" length, animals-1.5"-1.75". Condition: The piece is in excellent vintage condition with all stones intact. PLEASE NOTE, PRE-AUCTION SALES: GWS reserves the right to sell any Lot(s) through a negotiated transaction at any time prior to the conclusion of the auction. If a Lot is sold through a negotiated transaction, it will be withdrawn from the auction. All pre-auction purchases will receive free, overnight, insured shipping. Please email gwsauctions@gmail.com to submit a pre-auction offer.