April Unkestine has been making jewelry since she was 15 years old. She's mastered both the channel inlay and stone to stone inlay techniques. To create channel inlay jewelry, a designed base is constructed from sterling silver. Then a rim of silver is soldered around the borders while silver partitions are added to hold precisely cut stones, shells and corals. Stone to stone inlay requires exacting lapidary skills because the materials must rest side by side in a seamless fitting.
We're just inspired by April's Zuni Sunface pin/pendant, a wearable medallion of beauty, color and sacred meaning. It showcases stunning channel inlay and stone to stone inlay skills at their very best, from sterling silver, turquoise, iridescent mother-of-pearl, red coral and pen shell. The ancient Sunface symbol represents the elements in balance and harmony. Measurements of this exquisite piece are approximately 2 3/8" long, 2 1/2" wide and 1/2" deep including the bale. Signed by the artist.
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