{"title":"Abalone","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"sparkling-dragonfly-necklace","title":"Sparkling Dragonfly Necklace","description":"A sparkling stream invites \u003ca class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-type=\"iframe\" href=\"\/en-ca\/pages\/dragonfly\"\u003eDragonflies\u003c\/a\u003e to swarm. Darrell Shebola's ethereal necklace calls to mind the gathering of these magnificent water creatures in nature. Wings are set stone to stone with shimmering abalone, turquoise, lapis lazuli, mother-of-pearl and coral. Working in the stone to stone jewelry method is no easy task as each stone and shell has to fit perfectly side by side. Antennea are beautifully worked too. A lovely handmade sterling silver chain unites these stunning insects to a length of approximately 22 1\/2\". The center dragonfly is about 2 1\/2\" wide and 2 3\/8\" long, while the smaller side insects measure approximately 1 3\/4\" wide and 1 3\/4\" long. Signed by the artist.","brand":"Darrell Shebola","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40654504427605,"sku":"","price":850.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0888\/5204\/files\/DarrellShebola-inlaid-dragonfly-necklacev6.jpg?v=1689874963"},{"product_id":"swimming-turtle-mosaic-pendant","title":"Reversible Swimming Turtle Mosaic Pendant","description":"\u003cp\u003eAllison Melton's mosaic overlay work is always of the highest quality and best in unique design. Her latest offering is a reversible \u003ca class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-type=\"iframe\" href=\"\/en-ca\/pages\/turtle\"\u003eTurtle\u003c\/a\u003e pendant showcasing an enchanted water world from meticulously fit pieces of sterling silver, turquoise, serpentine, abalone, mother-of-pearl, spiny oyster shell, lapis lazuli and coral on an intact bivalve shell. Turtle swims with a food offering from abalone, while the vibrant lapis lazuli side finds the reptile deep in the water with oxygen offerings from sterling silver and mother-of-pearl. Including the silver bale, measurements are approximately 2 1\/2\" long, 2 1\/8\" wide and 1\" deep.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Allison Melton, Kewa (Santo Domingo)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40901093621845,"sku":"","price":900.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0888\/5204\/files\/AllisonMelton-mosaic-tutle-pendantv5.jpg?v=1769620426"},{"product_id":"happy-hummingbird-necklace-earrings-set","title":"Happy Hummingbird Necklace \u0026 Earrings Set","description":"\u003cp\u003eDarrell Shebola's remarkable \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/pages\/hummingbird\" data-fancybox-type=\"iframe\" class=\"fancybox\"\u003eHummingbird\u003c\/a\u003e necklace and earrings set is a flash back to an older style of inlay jewelry that is quickly becoming a rarity. Arranged from iridescent gold lip shell, sky blue turquoise, magical abalone, rich pen shell and bright red coral, this happy set can be worn anytime. The sterling silver beaks and feet are sweetly worked. The stunning necklace with handmade link chain is approximately 27\" long, while the center nectar-sipping bird and flower are about 1 1\/2\" long and 1 3\/4\" wide. The side hummingbird stations are roughly 1 1\/2\" long and 1 1\/4\" wide. The medium-weight earrings dangle delightfully at about 2 1\/4\" long with hooks and 1 3\/8\" wide. Signed by the artist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease click \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/keshi.com\/collections\/new-offerings\/products\/figural-designs-in-zuni-jewelry-book\" title=\"here\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e to learn more about traditional inlay jewelry in Toshio Sei's 2013 copyrighted book \"\u003cem\u003eFigural Designs in Zuni Jewelry\u003c\/em\u003e\". This wonderful publication is not included with Darrell's hummingbird necklace and earrings set but can be purchased separately, please inquire.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Darrell Shebola","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41071095185493,"sku":"","price":800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0888\/5204\/files\/DarrellShebola-inlaid-hummingbird-ncklce-earrings-set2_v3.jpg?v=1755791880"},{"product_id":"angel-ring","title":"Ethereal Angel Ring","description":"\u003cp\u003eCharlotte Poblano-Peina's angel ring embodies light, strength and comfort. This handmade symbol of hope is from sterling silver, iridescent abalone and refreshing mother-of-pearl. We love the leaf elements representing heavenly wings and the little halo on this loving messenger. This gorgeous adornment is a ring size 8 1\/2, while the angel station is approximately 1 1\/8\" long and 1\/8\" tall. Signed by the artist.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Charlotte Poblano-Peina","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42215180927061,"sku":null,"price":264.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0888\/5204\/files\/CharlottePeina-SS-abalone-MOP-angel-ring.jpg?v=1772750241"},{"product_id":"hovering-hummingbird-inlay-overlay-cuff-bracelet","title":"Hovering Hummingbird Inlay Overlay Cuff Bracelet","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpring is in the air! A hovering bejeweled \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/pages\/hummingbird\" data-fancybox-type=\"iframe\" class=\"fancybox\"\u003eHummingbird\u003c\/a\u003e pumps nectar from an obliging flower in Derrick and Nichelle Edaakie's stunning handmade sterling silver cuff bracelet constructed in the overlay inlay jewelry technique. Masterful lapidary and silversmithing skills are must for a successful overlay inlay presentation. The sterling silver started out as a sheet that was laboriously sawed out to leave a negative space of design. Another piece of silver was annealed to it. Colorful gifts from Mother Earth such as turquoise, pen shell, coral, mother-of-pearl and abalone were meticulously hand cut and beautifully inlaid bringing this pollinator to life. Plumage is intricately etched, while tiny talons, bill and floral stems are incised and accented with jet paste. The collectible cuff is about 1 3\/4\" wide. The bracelet's entire inner circumference is approximately 7 1\/8\" which includes the opening of about 1 5\/8\". Signed by the artists. Please click \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/pages\/determining-wrist-size\" data-fancybox-type=\"iframe\" class=\"fancybox\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e to determine wrist size and best fit.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Derrick \u0026 Nichelle Edaakie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42230479093845,"sku":null,"price":578.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0888\/5204\/files\/DerrickEdaakie-hummingbird-cuff-bracelet3.jpg?v=1773245625"},{"product_id":"where-flowers-bloom-stories-bloom-necklace","title":"Where Flowers Bloom, Stories Bloom Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe exquisitely carved blooms on Shannon Waatsa's fresh floral necklace tell a story of Zuni sunshine, blessings of rainfall and the gentle touch of the winds that brought them to be. She started carving in 2016. \u003cem\u003eEach\u003c\/em\u003e bead on this collectible and reversible necklace is incredibly handmade. Colorful materials include red abalone, iridescent mother-of-pearl, turquoise, black lip shell, gold lip shell and pink mussel shell, with lovely center inlays. Bring a splash of joy into any room wearing this unique necklace that's about 22 3\/8\" long. The center posy is about 2 1\/8\" long, 2 1\/4\" wide and 3\/8\" deep. The largest side flowers measure approximately 5\/8\" long and 5\/8\" wide, while the smallest ones are about 1\/4\" long and 1\/4\" wide. The sterling silver squash blossom tips are about 5\/8\" long.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shannon Waatsa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42355236274261,"sku":null,"price":1575.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0888\/5204\/files\/ShannonWaatsa-abalone-flower-necklace.jpg?v=1776801081"},{"product_id":"wading-bear","title":"Wading Bear","description":"The spring season grows hot so Daryl Shack, Sr.'s smart Picasso marble \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/pages\/bear\" data-fancybox-type=\"iframe\" class=\"fancybox\"\u003eBear\u003c\/a\u003e with happy eyes from turquoise inlays wades in a little pool of water represented by crushed turquoise inside a lovely abalone shell. Bears are excellent swimmers who frequently use water to cool off during the hottest times. A lovely mother-of-pearl point is joined by red coral, turquoise and other morsels of goodness. Dimensions in their entirety are about 2\" long, 1 3\/4\" wide and 1 5\/8\" tall. ","brand":"Daryl Shack, Sr.","offers":[{"title":"Bear \/ Picasso Marble","offer_id":42499324510293,"sku":null,"price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0888\/5204\/files\/DShack-pm-bear-on-shellv3.jpg?v=1778797078"},{"product_id":"corn-maiden-jubilee","title":"Corn Maiden Jubilee","description":"\u003cp\u003eA magnificent piece by Kateri Quandelacy Sanchez truly showcases masterful carving skills, a triumph in artistry and advanced carving techniques like fine detailing and openwork. Seven glorious \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/pages\/corn-maiden\" data-fancybox-type=\"iframe\" class=\"fancybox\"\u003eCorn-Maidens\u003c\/a\u003e, some with feathers in their hair, rejoice in a season of bounty. Happy faces are from mother-of-pearl, etched and filled with jet paste. Dancing \u003ca class=\"fancybox\" data-fancybox-type=\"iframe\" href=\"\/en-ca\/pages\/dragonfly\"\u003eDragonflies\u003c\/a\u003e and star elements also adorn. Small inlays from turquoise, lapis and alunite add bright color and can be seen on the back of the shell, demonstrating an impressive ability and patience to inlay on such a thin and delicate material like iridescent abalone. Its organic curvature is stunning by the way. Presented on a handsome onyx base, measurements in their entirety are approximately 5 3\/8\" tall, 5\" wide and 2 1\/8\" deep.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kateri Quandelacy Sanchez, Zuni-Acoma","offers":[{"title":"Corn Maiden \/ Abalone","offer_id":42521644433493,"sku":null,"price":1200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0888\/5204\/files\/KQuandelacy-abalone-corn-maidens.jpg?v=1779465203"},{"product_id":"reversible-thunderbird-mosaic-pendant-4","title":"Reversible Thunderbird Mosaic Pendant","description":"\u003cp\u003eThunderbirds are powerful beings that create thunder and lightning even calling forth life-giving rain. Kewa (Santo Domingo Pueblo) is known for the iconic thunderbird design often incorporated in jewelry creations by various artists. Isaiah Calabaza who is Zuni carver Brian Yatsattie's son-in-law, has brought by a reversible thunderbird mosaic pendant reminiscent of Depression era jewelry. Carved turquoise, abalone, jet and white marble are skillfully overlaid on an organically curved bed of iridescent abalone. This signed by the artist gorgeous pendant is about 3 1\/4\" long including silver wire bale, 2 1\/8\" wide and 3\/8\" deep.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Isaiah Calabaza, Kewa (Santo Domingo)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42574170751061,"sku":null,"price":220.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0888\/5204\/files\/IsaiahCalabaza-turq-jet-abalone-thunderbird-pendant.jpg?v=1780685036"},{"product_id":"shimmering-abalone-mosaic-dangle-earrings","title":"Shimmering Abalone Mosaic Dangle Earrings","description":"A shimmering abalone on melon shell pair of dangle earrings host exquisite geometry. Each specially cut shell piece displays an irresistible natural iridescence. These medium-weight earrings are by Kewa jeweler Allison Melton. Lovingly handmade, they dangle at a lovely and approximate 2\" long including silver hooks, 3\/4\" wide and 1\/8\" deep.","brand":"Allison Melton, Kewa (Santo Domingo)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42590377115733,"sku":null,"price":110.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0888\/5204\/files\/AllisonMelton-mosaic-abalone-earrings.jpg?v=1781219325"}],"url":"https:\/\/keshi.com\/en-ca\/collections\/material-abalone\/animal-thunderbird.oembed","provider":"Keshi The Zuni Connection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}