Set of 3 Zuni Cluster-style Pins

Cluster jewelry is a style where small turquoise stones are set in close proximity and quite often in a circular pattern.  In the case of these three Zuni Pueblo matching pins, the turquoise on the outer rim are round and domed, the inner row is comprised of tear drop stones, and a small center stone is round and domed.  The stones are mounted in silver bezels on a flat sheet of silver.  A silver twisted rope separates the rows of stones.  A pin with a secure lock is mounted on the back.  There is no artist signature.

Condition: original condition

Provenance: from the estate of a former Albuquerque Indian Shop owner

Recommended Reading: Zuni Jewelry by Theda and Michael Bassman