Effie Calavaza Zuni Red Coral and Sterling Squash Set Start Price USD 1,095.00 Current Price USD 1,095.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Friday, October 24, 2008 End Time Thursday, November 20, 2008 Location The Turquoise Indian, established 1982 See more about 'Effie Calavaza Zuni Red Coral and Sterling Squash Set' Description Easy Layaway now available - Please inquire for details Item: Necklace and Earrings Tribe: Zuni Artist: Effie Calavaza Stones: 88 Red Coral Setting: Sterling Silver Weight: See below Dimensions: See below Size: See below Hallmark: Stamped: Effie C. / Zuni Authenticity: Confirmed in person Status: Brand new Includes: Gift box, Certificate of Authenticity Return Policy: Full refund within 7 days Item Description: Stunning work by well known Zuni artist Effie Calavaza! This incredible squash blossom set features a total of 22 signature Effie serpents - each one coiled around a pair of Mediterranean red coral stones, staring at the world through Mediterranean red coral eyes. Truly an investment quality example of traditional Native American artwork - please accept no substitutes! The necklace is 26 inches in overall length and weighs 3.8 ounces / 107 grams. The Naja measures 2 1/2 inches wide, by 2 1/2 inches high. The earrings are post style and weigh 0.1 ounces / 2 grams each. This item was hand selected by me to ensure the highest of quality, and the piece you see in the photograph is the exact piece you will receive. Both necklace and earrings bear Effie Calavaza's personal hallmark. This set will be professionally prepped and gently polished prior to shipment. As always, satisfaction is 100% guaranteed. If you are unhappy with your purchase, send it back within 7 days for a full refund. No questions asked! Includes gift box and Certificate of Authenticity. Click here to add a Native American or Southwestern themed greeting card for only $2.50 Birthday, Anniversary, Friendship, Blank Notecards.... Click here to add a Connoisseurs sterling silver polishing cloth for only $2.59 Read how not to clean your Native American jewelry! Effie Calavaza Effie Calavaza is one of the best known artists from Zuni. Her jewelry always contains her hallmark snake or multiple snakes, each with textured back and inlaid eyes of stone. Effie learned the art of jewelry making by watching her husband, and has been creating outstanding pieces of her own since 1950. Her designs are also produced by Effie's daughters Georgiana, Gloria Jean, and Susie. Their work is so exact that even family members have trouble telling who made what. Every piece from the Calavaza bench bears the same mark: Effie C. Zuni. Despite the rumors, Effie is not blind and yes, she still makes all of her own jewlery from start to finish. About the Stones: Red Coral Red Coral is calcium carbonate, built up by the skeletons of small animals that live in colonies within the sea. Coral is among the most ancient of gem materials, used in the creation of jewelry since ancient times. Coral inlays and ornaments have been found in Celtic tombs from the Iron Age. Spritually, coral is said to help restore harmony in the event of emotional conflict, and work against nutritional deficiencies, depression, and lethargy. By Effie Calavaza Authentic Zuni craftsmanship A truly amazing Native American artwork! Includes gift box and Certificate of Authenticity About The Turquoise Indian The Turquoise Indian is a reputable and well established retail business specializing in authentic Native American jewelry and pottery. Since 1982, we have been a major reliable source for buyers of Navajo, Hopi, and Zuni creations. Hundreds of buying trips to the Four Corners region have given us the opportunity to meet and interact with a multitude of talented Native American artists. Our vast experience in the Southwest has taught us how to obtain the best jewelry at the best prices - prices that we have proudly passed on to our loyal customers throughout the years. Buyer Beware! eBay is experiencing a drastic increase in the number of items being misrepresented as Native American jewelry. Jewelry made in China or the Philippines is NOT Native American made and does not belong under the eBay category of "Native American". Imported knockoffs are hurting legitimate eBay sellers as well as those Native American craftspeople who are being forced out of the jewelry business. If authenticity is important to you, buy only from reputable eBay sellers who offer genuine Native American made merchandise. At The Turquoise Indian, we take pride in offering our customers 100% authentic Native American made jewelry. The Indian Arts and Crafts Act of 1990 states that "it is illegal to offer or display for sale, or sell any art or craft product in a manner that falsely suggests it is Indian produced, an Indian product, or the product of a particular Indian tribe." Each and every one of our beautiful offerings is in full compliance with this Act. Authenticity is confirmed by our buyers in person. We buy only from reputable Indian art dealers located in northwestern New Mexico - the heart of the Navajo and Zuni nations. In many cases, jewelry is purchased directly from the artists themselves. Buying in person allows us not only to confirm authenticity, but also to hand select the finest pieces, the best stones, and to secure the absolute lowest prices. Money Back Guarantee Our Guarantee is simple: If you don't like it, for whatever reason, send it back within 7 days of receipt of order for a full refund. No questions asked! Shipping Options United States: $3.00 for 2 to 5 day delivery via First Class Mail. United States: $4.05 for 2 to 3 day delivery via Priority Mail. International: $5.00 for 4 to 7 day delivery via USPS Airmail letter Post Most items ship within 12 hours of receipt of payment. Items paid with personal check must wait for check to clear. Please include $11.75 if you would like this item insured. Multiple items will be combined in one package with no additional shipping charges. NY State residents must add 8.625% sales tax.Payment Options PayPal Money Order Personal check (please allow for clearance) MasterCard - Visa - American Express - Discover Credit cards accepted through PayPal ( DCR D0344 ) Place a Bid!