Zuni Sterling Owl Bird Inlay Turquoise MOP Squash Blossom Necklace

Rare Vintage Sterling Silver Old Zuni Pawn Owl Bird Squash blossom style Necklace in intricate inlay mosaic work featuring, mother of Pearl, high grade vintage turquoise, tiger cowrie Shell and coral. The bench beads are imperfect and handmade indicative of an older pawn. The Naja is large featuring two perched owls. Acid and scratch tested positive for sterling silver. No hallmark or signature indicates a much older piece circa 1960’s - 1970’s This piece is over 50 years old and has normal wear and tear from age and use. There is patina on the silver and beads. Little spots of patina on back of naja, scratches and rubbing, Wear and rubbing on the stone and wear on shell inlay of continuous rubbing from textile from continuous wear. Please Refer to photos for condition and size