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Vintage Zuni Disney-inspired mosaic inlay ring in the form of Minnie Mouse

Offered by: Marcy Burns American Indian Arts LLC

Description
6” ring size; 2” long

onyx, mother of pearl, green turquoise, spandela shell, sterling silver

circa 1960s-1970s

excellent condition

This vintage Zuni Minnie Mouse ring is a rare early work.

This Disney-inspired Zuni ring is beautifully made with fine stonework. Minnie Mouse has a lot of feminine charm in her stance and friendly smile and she has survived the years in terrific condition.

This ring was part of a group of Zuni Disney character rings that came from a private collection. Each one of the rings in this collection was clearly made by a skilled Zuni lapidary who utilized high quality stones.

I have erred on the side of caution in dating these rings. Dating this Zuni-made Disney jewelry has been a matter of using my knowledge combined with my instinct. I listed the four pieces of Zuni Disney design character jewelry as having been made from the 1960s to the 1970s but they may well have been made earlier.

$1800.

(J2228)

More Information

In the Style of:	Disney Studios
Period:	1950-1999
Creation Date:	1960's-1970's
Gemstones:	Onyx, Turquoise
Metals:	Silver
Styles / Movements:	Other, American Indian
Incollect Reference #:	562226

Message from Seller:

For over thirty years, Marcy Burns American Indian Arts LLC has been nationally recognized as a premier dealer in antique American Indian basketry, textiles, pottery and jewelry, including Native American and Classic Designer jewelry from Taxco, Mexico.