Zuni Sterling Silver and Turquoise Clip Earrings with Silver Snake Eyes Effie C for Sale

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Zuni Sterling Silver and Turquoise Clip Earrings with Silver Snake Eyes Effie C For Sale

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Zuni Sterling Silver and Turquoise Clip Earrings with Silver Snake Eyes Effie C:
$125.80

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Zuni Sterling Silver and Turquoise Clip Earrings with Silver Snake Eyes by Effie Calavaza

ca 1990

3/4\" h

The work of Calavaza is easily identified by her recurring symbolism – a snake portrayed in her jewelry. In Zuni belief, the snake is a positive sign of rebirth and renewal.

Deep, Beautiful color; Sterling Silver

Private Estate Collection

Effie C. Calavaza(February 15, 1927 – 2019) was from Zuni, New Mexico. She specialized in sand casting and incorporated large stones and snake designs. She began silversmithing in 1956 after learning from her husband, Juan Calavaza. She uses both her husband’s and her own designs. Her work is stamped EFFIE C. ZUNI in 1/16 Gothic print. This is the family hallmark used by Effie and her three daughters (she shared her spouse’s mark, JUAN C. ZUNI, until his death ca. 1970). Over the years, her daughters, Georgiana Yatsattie, Gloria Jean Garcia and Susie Calavaza have assisted Effie in jewelry making. Effie’s work is collected throughout the world. Effie has now passed away but her designs and legacy live on with her family.

Effie Calavaza | Zuni

Effie Calavaza is from Zuni, New Mexico. She specializes in sand casting and incorporates large stones and snake designs. She began silversmithing in 1956 after learning from her husband, Juan Calavaza. She uses both her husband\'s and her own designs.

Her work is stamped EFFIE C. ZUNI in 1/16 Gothic print. This is the family hallmark used by Effie and her three daughters (she shared her spouse\'s mark, JUAN C. ZUNI, until his death ca. 1970). Over the years, her daughters, Georgiana Yatsattie, Gloria Jean Garcia and Susie Calavaza have assisted Effie in jewelry making. Despite many rumors, Effie is still making jewelry to this day.

Effie\'s work is collected and treasured throughout the world.

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