Zuni Pendant/Pin Necklace By Albert and Dolly Bantea

ca. 1975

18" L x 2.875" D

Hand Crafted from Sterling Silver with Inlaid Cardinal and 3 Pine Cones and Silver Link Chain Signed

In Excellent Condition

Albert and Dolly Banteah (also spelled Bantea in some references) were renowned Zuni Pueblo silversmiths from New Mexico, active from the mid-20th century through the early 2000s. They specialized in intricate inlay jewelry, a traditional Zuni technique where polished stones are precisely cut and fitted into silver channels or flush-mounted to create mosaic-like designs inspired by nature, animals, and Pueblo symbolism. Their work is highly collectible, often featuring materials like turquoise, red coral, jet (black lignite), mother-of-pearl shell, and pen shell. The couple won numerous awards at major Native American art shows and is considered among the finest Zuni artists.