{"product_id":"ernest-benally-contemporary-navajo-denim-lapis-lapidary-pendant-with-attached-sterling-silver-tube-bead-necklace-6-69","title":"Ernest Benally Contemporary Navajo Denim Lapis Lapidary Pendant with Attached Sterling Silver Tube Bead Necklace    (6\/69)","description":"\u003cp\u003eWow!  This fabulous lapidary bead on a sterling silver necklace was made by renowned Navajo artist Ernest Benally.  The center of the necklace is a large denim lapis bead inlaid with sterling silver and dots of various natural stones to create a celestial effect.  The design also features two inlaid sunface symbols.  Materials include, turquoise, coral, mother of pearl, sugilite, gaspeite and shell.  The bead is attached on each side to a sterling silver necklace made of tube bead links.  Adjustable length hook closure.   Signed E. Benally with a hogan symbol on the clasp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eErnest Benally began making jewelry in the late 1970s and now often works with his wife Veronica Benally. He creates pieces from sterling silver, 14kt, and 18kt gold, incorporating natural gemstones and seashells into his work. Ernest is widely known for his inlay and lapidary work.  Over the years, the Benally’s artistry has earned them awards from some of the most respected art markets in the country, including the Santa Fe Indian Market, the Heard Museum, and the Autry Museum of the American West. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDETAILS\u003cbr\u003eArtist: Ernest Benally, Navajo\u003cbr\u003eSize: approx 3\/4\" diameter bead, 18\" necklace, end to end \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 33.2 grams\/1.17 oz\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: sterling silver, denim lapis, turquoise, coral, mother of pearl, sugilite, gaspeite, spiny oyster shell\u003cbr\u003eCondition: New\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6\/69\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Sundance Gallery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47816409710697,"sku":"6\/69","price":610.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0242\/5605\/3353\/files\/IMG_3486_0a65315b-06b1-4a4c-b40d-e10fb4a32e0e.jpg?v=1784562503","url":"https:\/\/thesundancegallery.com\/products\/ernest-benally-contemporary-navajo-denim-lapis-lapidary-pendant-with-attached-sterling-silver-tube-bead-necklace-6-69","provider":"The Sundance Gallery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}