Tanya Tucker's Francis M. Begay Navajo Turquoise and Sterling Silver 1" Petit Point Ear Clips - These lovely ear clips from Tanya Tucker's personal collection were made by renowned Navajo artisan Francis M. Begay. The earrings are crafted of solid sterling silver and are decorated with beautiful turquoise in the petit point style for which Begay is known. The earrings are finished with traditional raindrops and ropes to complete the design, and have a clip-on design suitable for pierced or non-pierced ears. The earrings are signed "F.M. BEGAY/NAVAJO" and "STERLING". Measurements: 1"L x 0.90"W. All of the items in this sale come directly from Tanya Tucker's Tennessee home. Tanya Denise Tucker (born October 10, 1958) is an American country music singer and songwriter who had her first hit, "Delta Dawn," in 1972 at the age of 13. Over the succeeding decades, Tucker became one of the few child performers to mature into adulthood without losing her audience, and during the course of her career, she had a Top 10 and Top 40 stream of hits. She is one of the most celebrated and gifted artists of this century with a career spanning over almost six decades. This item will come with a copy of the document signed by Tanya Tucker allowing GWS Auctions' lead auctioneer (Brigitte Kruse) to issue certificates of authenticity on her behalf. You will also receive an original certificate of authenticity from GWS Auctions, signed by Brigitte Kruse for this lot. Condition: The earrings are in excellent vintage condition with all turquoise intact and lovely patina. (WEIGHT: 11.7 grams)