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SKU: 241103-13

Sterling Silver and Turquoise Bolo Tie By Johnny Frank

$420.00

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ca 1990

2.125" H x 1.5" W

26.25" Drop Length 

Black Braided Leather with Sterling Silver Bolo Bennett with Latch stamped 1911 J.F. B with 2 Turquoise Stones, 1 Feather and Rope and heavy Sterling Silver Tips

 Matches as a set with 241103-03

Excellent Condition

Johnny Frank (often signed as "JF" with "Sterling") was a talented Navajo artisan known for his vintage Native American jewelry, particularly pieces from the mid-20th century onward. As a silversmith from the Navajo Nation, his work blends traditional techniques like stamping, overlay, and bezel-setting with high-quality gemstones such as turquoise, labradorite, and other stones. His hallmark—typically "JF" or "Johnny Frank"—appears on the back of his pieces, confirming authenticity. Frank's designs often feature heavy-gauge sterling silver, intricate detailing, and cultural motifs inspired by Southwestern aesthetics, making his jewelry highly collectible among enthusiasts of old pawn and vintage Native American art.

Condition: Excellent

Tribe: Navajo

Year Range: 1975 - 2000

Region: Southwest

Dimensions: 2.13 in1.5 in

Category: Bolo Tie

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