Zuni Jack Weekoty Solid Sterling Silver Turquoise Needlepoint 24" Sun Wheel Necklace - This stunning Native American piece is a solid sterling silver and turquoise needlepoint Sun Wheel necklace made by Zuni silversmith Jack Weekoty. The necklace features 4.5mm-10mm turquoise set in sawtooth bezels accented by cable rope-textured accents. The necklace is stamped with Weekoty's "JW" hallmark and "sterling". 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: 24" length, 3" pendant diameter. Condition: The piece is in excellent vintage condition with all turquoise intact and lovely patina. (WEIGHT: 120.7 grams) 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 If a Lot is sold through a negotiated transaction, it will be withdrawn from the auction.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.